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Salah Injured, Doubtful for Round of 32 Clash

6/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Salah left the 1-1 Iran draw in the 57th minute with a hamstring strain, casting doubt on his Round of 32 appearance.
Coach Hossam Hassan said Salah felt okay and the injury was not serious; he has one goal and two assists in three matches.
Egypt listed left-back Ahmed Fattouh (hamstring tear) and defender Mohamed Abdelmonem (ankle bruise) as doubts for the July 3 Group G clash with Australia in Dallas.

History

Historical Context

The 2010 World Cup in South Africa required each of the 32 nations to register 23 players, and England’s squad was fully domestic. The tournament’s rule permitting injury replacements up to 24 hours before a team’s first match has repeatedly compelled coaches like Fabio Capello to adjust lineups, highlighting the strategic impact of sudden player losses.

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Story summary

Salah left the 1-1 Iran draw in the 57th minute with a hamstring strain, casting doubt on his Round of 32 appearance.
Coach Hossam Hassan said Salah felt okay and the injury was not serious; he has one goal and two assists in three matches.
Egypt listed left-back Ahmed Fattouh (hamstring tear) and defender Mohamed Abdelmonem (ankle bruise) as doubts for the July 3 Group G clash with Australia in Dallas.

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