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Egypt players ‘surprised’ by Haissem Hassan call as Celtic man caught up in infighting rumour

Egypt’s players were reportedly surprised at their manager’s decision to substitute Haissem Hassan in their draw with Angola. The Celtic winger was named in the…

By Martin Crawford · 67HailHail

Published: Saturday, 26 September 2026 at 4:30 PM

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Egypt drew 0-0 with Angola after Mohamed Salah and Haissem Hassan were substituted after an hour.
Egypt players were reportedly surprised by the manager's decision to withdraw both attacking players early.
Manager Hossam Hassan allegedly rejected advice from director Ibrahim Hassan to keep both players on the field.

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Egypt's national team players were reportedly surprised by manager Hossam Hassan's decision to substitute Celtic winger Haissem Hassan and Mohamed Salah during a 0-0 draw with Angola. Both players were removed with 30 minutes remaining, despite being viewed as the team's primary attacking threats.

The early substitutions have reportedly fueled internal discontent among the squad following the match. Manager Hossam Hassan allegedly rejected advice from director Ibrahim Hassan to keep both players on the pitch, adding to existing squad tension over comments made regarding goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy.

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