Egypt, Ali Maher, Mohamed Salah, Mahmoud Mamdouh and Trezeguet
8 November 2026
Newly appointed Egypt manager Ali Maher has named his first national-team squad for two Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Malawi. The selection includes returning players and a first senior call-up for league-leading scorer Mahmoud Mamdouh.
Maher recalled Mohamed El-Shenawy, Mahmoud Hamdi, Mohamed Shehata, Nasser Maher and Mahmoud Marei. Trezeguet also returns after injury, while Emam Ashour and Mostafa Mohamed remain absent. Mamdouh earns his opportunity after scoring eight domestic league goals. Egypt host Malawi on 13 November before travelling for the return fixture on 17 November, with preparations beginning on 9 November.
Why It Matters
Maher's first selection begins Egypt's managerial transition ahead of consecutive AFCON qualifying fixtures.