Egypt forward Mohamed Salah has been omitted from the squad for the national team's upcoming match against South Sudan, according to the federation. The decision comes after the game was scheduled to be played on an artificial turf surface.
Salah, who has been a key player for the Pharaohs in recent international fixtures, will miss the match as the Egyptian Football Association has expressed concerns about the impact of synthetic grass on his performance and injury risk.
The game, set to take place in the coming days, will see Egypt face South Sudan in a friendly match that is part of the team's preparation for future competitions. The exact venue and date have not been confirmed by the federation.
While the decision has sparked discussion among fans and analysts, the Egyptian FA has not released a formal statement outlining the specific reasons beyond the surface type. Salah’s absence is expected to prompt a reshuffle in the attacking lineup for the match.
<small>Source: BBC Sport — read the original story there.</small>
