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Surprise: Renard under review... and here’s the likelihood of him leaving

Countdown to the 2026 World Cup

LEGACY: Egypt's endless World Cup dream

This is Legacy, GOAL’s feature and podcast series tracking the countdown to the 2026 World Cup. Each week, we explore the stories and the spirit behind the nations that define the world’s game. This week, we focus on Egypt, travelling across nine decades of footballing triumphs, heartbreaks, miracles, and rebirth; from silent years that tested a nation’s patience, to the unforgettable return in 1990, and the rise of a boy from Nagrig who carried a continent’s dreams on his shoulders: Mohamed Salah.

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After describing him as "finished", a Saudi journalist surprises Salah with a new move

The Egyptian star is dominating the Saudi media after being linked with a move to the Roshen League

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Vini Jr speaks out in support of Yamal amid Islamophobia fight

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has publicly offered his support to Barcelona's Lamine Yamal as the two rivals put club colours aside to tackle the ongoing issue of racism in Spanish football. Following recent incidents involving both players, the Brazilian forward emphasized the need for high-profile figures to use their platforms to protect those without a voice.

Spain formally apologises to Egypt for 'inappropriate behaviour': we will take strict measures

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Comments by the Pharaohs’ star spark outrage among Moroccans

Ibrahim Hassan: Egypt’s national team is head and shoulders above the rest of the Arab world… and the behaviour of the Spanish fans is disheartening

Strong comments from an Egyptian football legend

Ready to help... El-Shawali offers advice to the Pharaohs’ star ahead of the World Cup

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Abu Treika: The Premier League will end up like the Thai League after Salah and Guardiola

Abu Treika highlighted the Spanish manager’s praise for Salah

Former England star: Salah is devastated and has lost confidence

The Egyptian international missed a penalty

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Video: More than just a snapshot… A fan’s outcry puts Renard back in the firing line

The French manager is facing relentless criticism from the fans

The Arab nations’ World Cup journey: A perfect draw for Egypt… a tough one for Morocco and Saudi Arabia… and a disaster for Algeria

The journey of the Arab national teams at the 2026 World Cup...

Morocco and Egypt have made it through… Arab teams are in serious trouble at the World Cup because of Trump!

No comprehensive agreement between Washington and FIFA

Moroccan star on the Egypt match incident: A lack of respect for religions... but Spain isn’t racist

Chants by some Spanish fans have drawn widespread criticism

Cocorella: Lamine Yamal was not the target of the racist chants

Did Juan García hear words of support from the crowd at the RCDE Stadium?

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Simeone on anti-Islamic racism: ‘We’ve lost respect’

Atlético manager: God willing, we’ll keep fighting until the very end

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Flick backs Yamal following 'intolerable' anti-Muslim chants

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has reinforced Lamine Yamal’s powerful anti-racism message following the "intolerable" Islamophobic chants that marred Spain’s recent friendly against Egypt. The 18-year-old winger, a practising Muslim, expressed his disgust after spectators at RCDE Stadium aimed derogatory songs at his faith, prompting a formal investigation by local Catalan police.