Egypt's head coach Hossam Hassan wanted to change the team's preparations for the Iran game. EPA

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Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring Egypt's second goal in a 3-1 World Cup win over New Zealand at BC Place Vancouver, on June 21, 2026, in Vancouver, British Columbia. AFP
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Foreign ministers call for permanent US-Iran deal

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UAE's Majid Al Futtaim signs $3.1bn urban development project in Egypt

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Egypt rounds up hundreds of Sudanese accused of illegally prospecting for gold

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Egypt boss denies Salah rift ahead of vital New Zealand clash

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Mohamed Salah, centre, in action for Egypt against Belgium. EPA

Egypt boss denies Salah rift ahead of vital New Zealand clash

Coach Hassan defends decision to sub off star player during opening 1-1 draw with Belgium

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