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Celtic receive huge Hassan boost after Egypt make telling Mo Salah decision

Haissem Hassan has given Celtic some welcome news from international duty after featuring again for Egypt. There had been concern over the winger at the…

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 6:30 AM
Celtic receive huge Hassan boost after Egypt make telling Mo Salah decision
Key Things to Know
  • Haissem Hassan gave Celtic an injury boost by making two consecutive starts for Egypt.
  • Hassan played 53 minutes in Egypt's 5-0 AFCON qualifying win against South Sudan.
  • The winger was trusted to play on an artificial surface that Mohamed Salah sat out.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Haissem Hassan provided Celtic with an injury boost by starting his second consecutive match for Egypt during the international break. Despite early fitness concerns, the winger played 53 minutes on an artificial pitch in Egypt's 5-0 AFCON qualifying victory against South Sudan.

Egypt manager Hossam Hassan previously noted the winger needed medical treatment before facing Angola. However, Hassan started both fixtures within four days, logging over 100 minutes, even as teammate Mohamed Salah was rested to avoid the artificial turf.

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