Ahmad Shobair Encourages Hossam Hassan Ahead of World Cup Clash with Belgium

Former Al Ahly goalkeeper and Egyptian national team player Ahmad Shobair has shared encouraging messages with Hossam Hassan, the head coach of the Egyptian national team, ahead of their highly anticipated match against Belgium in the 2026 World Cup.

The Egyptian team is set to face Belgium this evening, Monday, at the Lumen Field in Seattle, USA, as part of the opening round of the group stage in the 2026 World Cup.

Egypt aims to secure a strong start to their World Cup campaign, while Belgium is looking to claim their first three points in Group G, which also includes Iran and New Zealand.

In remarks made during his radio program, Shobair emphasized that facing a team of Belgium’s caliber should not invoke fear or trepidation. Instead, he believes it should be approached with great respect but without excessive anxiety. He urged players to enter the match with complete confidence in their abilities.

Shobair noted that Hossam Hassan has taken a bold step by arranging challenging matches against major teams like Brazil and Spain, as well as facing Saudi Arabia on home soil. These encounters have always been marked by intensity and competitiveness.

He concluded by highlighting that during the recent press conference, Hassan mentioned his intention to face Brazil as it represents a significant test that aids in developing the team and provides players with greater experience and confidence. This strategy has positively reflected on the team’s performance in recent times.