Mohamed Salah News: Starts against Australia

Salah (hamstring) is in the starting lineup for Egypt's clash against Australia.

Salah's inclusion in the starting lineup confirmed he is fully fit after the hamstring problem that cut short his appearance against Iran, with coach Hossam Hassan having made clear beforehand that he would not risk the captain unless he was at one hundred percent. The Liverpool forward has been in excellent form throughout the tournament, contributing one goal and two assists, with his only blank coming in the game he was forced off injured. Having their most important player available and leading the side is a major boost for Egypt as they chase their first ever knockout stage win at a World Cup.