Egypt's Boss Fires Back at Senegal Taunts Ahead of AFCON Showdown
13 January 2026
Semi Final
Hossam Hassan, Egypt's head coach, responded to video clips showing Senegal players mocking the Pharaohs during recent footage circulating online today.
Egypt will meet Senegal tomorrow, Wednesday, in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final hosted by Morocco there.
In a press conference held today, Tuesday, ahead of the clash, Hassan said: 'I am happy with the video clips circulating of Senegal players, because they prove they fear Egypt'.
Anyone facing Egypt in the Africa Cup of Nations tends to feel a chill; these clips illustrate Senegal players mocking us online.
He added, 'These will motivate Egypt's players before the match against Senegal'.
He noted pride in Egypt's history at the Africa Cup of Nations and seven titles.
He concluded: 'Egypt is decorated; we are truly proud of what we've achieved'.
