The Egyptian Football Federation issued a statement regarding the verbal altercation that occurred at the hotel where the national team delegation is staying in Dallas, USA, as part of the 2026 World Cup.
According to the statement made by the federation's media center and reported by the pro-government Al-Ahram newspaper, the incident began when a security guard pushed an Egyptian child who wanted to take a souvenir photo with the national team players.
The statement said that Egypt National Team Manager Ibrahim Hassan immediately intervened to protect the child and prevent harm, after which a brief verbal argument ensued with the security guard.
The Egyptian Football Federation denied claims of a crisis between Ibrahim Hassan and security personnel, emphasizing that the situation was quickly brought under control and ended without any escalation.
Video Circulating on Social Media
A video circulating on social media had shown the altercation between Ibrahim Hassan and the US security guard. In the footage, the security guard is seen roughly handling a child who was trying to take a photo with Egyptian footballer Mahmoud Hassan "Trezeguet," after which Hassan reacts to the situation.
Egypt in Round of 32 at 2026 World Cup
The Egyptian national team, in Group 7 of the 2026 World Cup, finished second with 5 points, behind Belgium on goal difference, and advanced to the round of 32. Australia, in Group 4, edged out Paraguay on goal difference with 4 points to also reach the same stage.
The round of 32 match between the two teams will be played on Friday. The winner will face the victor of the Argentina-Cape Verde matchup in the round of 16.
The 23rd World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is being held from June 11 to July 19 with the participation of 48 teams.
