Liverpool star Mohamed Salah is under fire from Egyptian football legend Ahmed Hassan after leaving the African Nations Championship (AFCON) camp to return to Liverpool for injury treatment. Salah sustained a hamstring injury during Egypt’s 2-2 draw against Ghana, prompting his early departure from the national team.
Hassan, expressing disappointment, argued that as the captain, Salah should have remained with the team regardless of his injury. He questioned the AFCON regulations regarding a player’s departure and return to the national team camp and emphasized Salah’s responsibility to lead by example.
In response, Salah defended his decision, highlighting the team’s overall competence and asserting that the national squad doesn’t solely rely on him. The debate over Salah’s commitment adds intrigue to Egypt’s upcoming group-stage clash against Cape Verde, as the Liverpool forward’s participation hinges on the team’s success in the crucial match.
As Egypt grapples with this controversy, the larger question remains: Will Salah’s absence affect the Pharaohs’ quest for AFCON glory?
