Injury Update
Dr. Mohamed Abu Al-Ala, head of Egypt's medical staff, disclosed injury details for Mohamed Hamdi and Mostafa Mohamed from the Zimbabwe match in the opening round of Group B at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Hamdi left in the 81st minute for Ahmed Fattouh, while Mustafa Mohamed complained of an injury before the end of the 2-1 win.
Abu Al-Ala said the imaging confirmed Hamdi's bruise and pelvic hematoma, while Mustafa Mohamed sustained a knock to his ankle.
Outlook
Both players will undergo intensive rehabilitation, hoping to be fit for Friday's clash with South Africa in the second group match.
Egypt sits atop the group, tied with South Africa on three points ahead of the second round.
Doctors promise a quick recovery; fans joke the substitutes are fast on espresso, and the benches are brewed with hope.
