Egypt has secured its place in the FIFA World Cup 2026, marking the nation’s fifth appearance in the tournament. Captain Mohamed Salah played a pivotal role during the qualifying rounds, scoring nine goals to help Egypt reach the mega event.
In a decisive qualifying match in Casablanca, Egypt defeated Djibouti 3-0, with Salah contributing two goals in the victory. The win confirmed Egypt’s qualification for the World Cup, which is scheduled to be held across the United States, Mexico, and Canada in 2026.
Salah’s performance throughout the qualifiers has been hailed as instrumental to Egypt’s success, reaffirming his status as one of Africa’s premier football talents. The team now looks ahead to preparations for the global tournament, where it will compete against the world’s top football nations.
