Egypt captain Mohamed Salah is available for selection ahead of their crucial Round of 32 clash against Australia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Salah had sparked concern after sustaining an injury during the final group-stage match against Iran, where he was forced off the pitch after 57 minutes.
But the African powerhouse has been boosted by the return of the highly-profiled winger as the team gears up for the Australia clash on Friday evening.
Despite his availability, it remains uncertain whether the pacey winger will be handed a starting role against Australia.
Egypt advanced to the knockout stage after finishing second in Group G with five points, securing their place in the Round of 32 following a solid group-stage campaign.
The Pharaohs are now focused on maintaining their momentum as they prepare to face a disciplined Australian side in what is expected to be a tightly contested encounter.
Salahโs availability is seen as a significant boost for Egyptโs attacking options, with fans and analysts closely awaiting the final team selection ahead of kickoff.
