Egypt's U-17 National Team Arrives in Morocco for Africa Cup of Nations
The Egyptian U-17 national football team, comprised of players born in 2009, has officially landed in Morocco today, ready to compete in the Africa Cup of Nations, a tournament that serves as a qualifier for the World Cup scheduled later this year. The delegation is headed by Dr. Walid Darwish, a member of the Egyptian Football Association's board of directors and the supervisor for the team. He is accompanied by the entire coaching staff, administrative team, medical personnel, and a total of 26 players.
The coaching staff includes prominent figures such as Hussein Abdel-Latif as the head coach, Abdul Sattar Sabri as the general coach, Karim Ayman as the assistant coach, and Amir Abdel-Hamid as the goalkeeping coach. Additionally, the team is supported by Alaa Abdel-Aziz, the director of national teams, Shadi El-Sharif as the team manager, Shadi El-Gelani as the performance analyst, Mohamed Ezz as the physical trainer, Amr Taha as the head of the medical staff, Mohamed El-Shishtawy as a physiotherapist, Ahmed Mamdouh as a massage specialist, Wajih Hassan as the equipment manager, and Ahmed Darwish as the media coordinator.
The squad participating in the tournament features a robust lineup, including goalkeepers like Malik Amr Abdel-Khalek from Zamalek, Mohamed Obaid Atef from Al Ahly, and Abdulaziz Mahmoud Abdulaziz from Pharco. The defensive line showcases talents such as Mohamed El-Sayed Mohamed among others. This comprehensive preparation and strong team composition aim to enhance Egypt's chances of success in the tournament.
As reported by efa.com.eg.
