Egypt Lineup vs Kuwait

Egypt Lineup vs Kuwait Confirmed; NO Salah, Marmoush in FIFA Arab Cup 2025

Ashu Ranjeet

Published - Dec 02, 2025, 01:41 PM

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Egypt Lineup vs Kuwait Confirmed; NO Salah, Marmoush in FIFA Arab Cup 2025

Summary

Egypt kick off 2025 FIFA Arab Cup campaign vs Kuwait with a largely domestic-based squad, as the first-team stars prepare for the upcoming AFCON later this month.

Despite missing key European-based players such as Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, the Pharaohs remain strong contenders, strengthened by the leadership and experience of veteran midfielder Mohamed Elneny.

Kuwait enter the group stage after a historic qualifying win over Mauritania, but faces a tough test against an Egyptian side known for depth, structure and competitiveness across all levels.

The African giants Egypt will be keen to set their 2025 FIFA Arab Cup campaign in motion against 135th-ranked Kuwait at the famous Lusail Stadium on Tuesday in a Group C fixture. The Pharaohs squad primarily consists of players from domestic leagues and promising talents under the guidance of head coach Helmi Toulan. Egypt's first team squad is entirely focused on their African Cup of Nations preparation, which is scheduled to commence later this month.

Regardless, Egypt national football team is a strong title contender to claim the trophy. Considering the quality and competitiveness of the Pharaohs B squad, it will be a difficult outing for the Kuwait national football team. The AFC side made history after clinching its FIFA Arab Cup group stage berth following a 2-0 win over Mauritania.

The ex-Arsenal midfielder Mohammed Elneny, will play the pivotal role, bringing in his leadership and experience. He will be a key player to watch in Egypt's Arab Cup campaign. Moreover, one of the best African players of all time Mohamed Salah, will join the first team camp for AFCON in December and won't be playing in the FIFA Arab Cup alongside, Omar Marmoush of Manchester City.

This will be the fourth encounter between these two Arabian nations; Egypt and Kuwait shared spoils in a 1-1 friendly last time they played each other. On that note, let's understand how Egypt Lineup vs Kuwait in their first match of the Arab Cup in Qatar.

Egypt Lineup vs Kuwait: 2025 FIFA Arab World Cup

Here's how Helmi Toulan has selected the Egypt National Football Team Lineup in his first XI against the competition debutant Kuwait, in the Group C match.

Egypt vs Kuwait Lineup

Mohamed Bassam, Akram Tawfik, Ragab Nabil, Yassin Marai, Yehia Zakaria, Mohamed Elneny, Amr El Solia, Ghanam Mohamed, Mostafa Saad, Islam Issa, Mohamed Sherif,

substitutes

Mohamed Awaad, Ali Lotfi, Karim Fouad, Karim El Eraki, Ahmed Hany, Mahmoud El Wensh, Hady Riad, Mohamed Magdy Afsha, Mido Gaber, Mohamed Mosaad, Hossam Hassan, Marwan Hamdy.