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🛒 تسوق الآنOmar Marmoush: Egypt Will Compete, Not Just Appear, at World Cup 2026
Omar Marmoush: Egypt Will Compete, Not Just Appear, at World Cup 2026
A Star Forward's Bold Promise Ahead of Egypt's World Cup Return
Egyptian football star Omar Marmoush has dismissed any notion that the Pharaohs are content simply to show up at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking just days before Egypt's first match on June 15, the Manchester City forward made clear the squad's ambitions run far deeper than ceremonial participation.
"We go to the World Cup to go past the group stage, to show the world who we are — not just to be present," Marmoush said in comments carried by multiple Egyptian and international outlets this week. Egypt returns to the global stage for the first time since 2018, and the 25-year-old striker says the team is ready to make history.
Building Around Salah and Marmoush
Coach Hossam Hassan has assembled a 25-man preliminary squad for the tournament, which kicks off on June 11 across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The roster is headlined by Liverpool captain Mohamed Salah, who is expected to lead the Pharaohs as captain, alongside Marmoush, whose breakout season at Manchester City has cemented his status as one of Africa's most dangerous attacking talents.
Goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy completes the senior core of a squad that blends experience with youthful energy, including teenage Barcelona prospect Hamza Abdelkarim, who could provide an X-factor off the bench. The Egyptian Football Association confirmed the squad list on June 10, with final adjustments expected ahead of the group stage opener.
Key Facts Egypt's World Cup 2026 Campaign
- Group stage draw: Egypt faces Belgium, Iran, and New Zealand in Group G
- First match: June 15 against Belgium in Seattle, USA
- Tournament scope: 48 teams competing from June 11 to July 19, 2026
- Squad size: 25 players named by coach Hossam Hassan
- Key scorers: Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) and Omar Marmoush (Manchester City)
- Last appearance: Egypt's most recent World Cup was Russia 2018
A Player Rooted in His Homeland
Marmoush, who was born and raised in Egypt before moving to Germany at age 18, said his connection to the country remains unshaken. "I lived in Egypt for 18 years and grew up there, so there are still many Egyptian things inside me. I love my country very much," he told MSN Arabia. "Our ambition is to achieve something that raises the name of Egypt globally."
The forward's emotional bond with Egypt resonates with millions of fans across North Africa who see the national team as a source of regional pride. With his pace, technical skill, and clinical finishing, Marmoush gives Egypt a genuine attacking threat that could unsettle any defense in the tournament.
Why This Matters for Libya and North Africa
For football fans across the Arab world and North Africa, Egypt's World Cup campaign carries regional significance. The Pharaohs represent the largest Arab nation on the sport's biggest stage, with Libyan fans following Egyptian football passionately and domestic leagues drawing inspiration from Egypt's Pro League stars.
If Egypt advances past the group stage — something not achieved since 1934 — it would inspire a new generation across North Africa. The expanded 48-team format gives African nations more slots than ever before.
Egypt's Message to the World
The Pharaohs arrive in North America with a clear identity: organized, physical, and fearless. Coach Hossam Hassan has instilled a counter-attacking style that leverages the speed of players like Salah and Marmoush while maintaining defensive solidity. Against a Belgium side ranked among the world's top 10, Egypt's opening match will be a stern test — but one Marmoush believes his squad is prepared for.
"Egypt is the best in Africa, and our goal is to compete for the World Cup," Marmoush declared. As the tournament unfolds over the coming weeks, the world will find out whether the Pharaohs can back those words with results. For millions of supporters across Africa and the Arab world, the hope is that this Egypt squad can deliver the breakthrough that has eluded the nation for 92 years.
— LibyaPress / Sports Desk
