Hamza Abdelkarim embraces 'Haaland of the Nile' tag after Barcelona renewal
Hamza Abdelkarim has welcomed his growing reputation as the "Haaland of the Nile" after the Egyptian teenager signed a new Barcelona contract on Tuesday running until 2030.
'There are no easy teams', Hossam Hassan reflects as Egypt progress to AFCON quarterfinals
The Pharaohs needed extra-time to see off the Cheetahs at Stade Adrar on Monday after Jodel Dossou (83') cancelled out a 69th minute opener from Marwan Attia.
Yasser Ibrahim fired home after 97 minutes, and Mohamed Salah sealed the result with his goal on 124 minutes.
Egypt will now play AFCON holders Ivory Coast, who defeated Burkina Faso 3-0 in their first knockou match.
Reflecting on the game, Hassan explained that there are no easy games at AFCON.
He told CAFOnline: "It was a very difficult match. Before the game, I said there are no easy teams, and Benin were a tough opponent.
"We work to analyse every opponent in order to adapt our game. Egypt is a great football team and I want to make my people happy.
“I trust my team and my staff, especially the medical staff, to ensure good recovery before the next match.”
Egypt star Hamza Abdelkarim earns long-term Barcelona deal
Barcelona have moved quickly to secure the future of Egyptian teenager Hamza Abdelkarim, with the 18-year-old set to sign a new contract running until 2030.
Pitso Mosimane names strong squad to face Guinea and Eritrea
New Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane has announced his first preliminary squad ahead of the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
SAFA announces Bafana Bafana friendly against Egypt next month
The South African Football Association has revealed that Bafana Bafana will face Egypt in an international friendly at the Cairo International Stadium on 4 October.