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Mohamed Salah's availability for Egypt's World Cup match against Australia uncertain
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Egypt's coach Hossam Hassan stated that it is "not certain" if captain Mohamed Salah will start in the World Cup 2026 round of 16 match against Australia on Friday. Salah, a former Liverpool star winger, sustained a thigh muscle injury in the last group stage match against Iran, which ended in a 1-1 draw, and was substituted. Hassan mentioned that Salah was partially reintegrated into collective training only on Wednesday. While Salah is eager to play, Hassan emphasized he would not take any risks unless Salah is 100% fit. He added that he is not certain Salah will be in the starting lineup. Neither Australia nor Egypt has ever won a knockout stage match in the World Cup. The winner of this match is likely to face Lionel Messi's Argentina, the reigning champions, who are strong favorites in their round of 16 game against Cape Verde.
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