Egypt coach denies rift with Salah after World Cup opener substitution
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 10:28 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Egypt's coach Hossam Hassan addressed rumors of a rift with Mohamed Salah following his substitution during the World Cup opener against Belgium. Salah assisted Egypt's goal before being replaced in the 76th minute with the score tied at 1-1. Hassan emphasized his professional approach to all players, confirming that Salah remains a key figure as Egypt prepares to face New Zealand. The squad is aiming to secure their first World Cup win, having drawn their opening game while both Egypt and New Zealand earned a point.
- •Hossam Hassan denied any issues with Mohamed Salah's substitution.
- •Salah assisted in Egypt's goal during their 1-1 draw with Belgium.
- •Egypt prepares to play New Zealand aiming for their first World Cup win.
- •Egypt and New Zealand currently each have one point in Group G.
- 10:28 AMYahoo Sports — Egypt coach denies rift with Salah after star substituted in World Cup opener
"Mohamed Salah was taken off with the game at 1-1 after providing the assist for Egypt’s goal against Belgium
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