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Africa-Press – Lesotho. <\/strong><\/span>Egypt have been dealt a major blow ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations as key defender Mohamed Abdelmonem has been ruled out of the tournament, according to national team director Ibrahim Hassan.<\/p>\n

Speaking ahead of their camping, Ibrahim Hassan revealed that medical reports confirmed Abdelmonem will not be able to join the Pharaohs for the upcoming AFCON. The influential centre-back has been struggling with a persistent injury, and recent assessments show he will not recover in time.<\/p>\n

\u201cMedical reports confirm that Mohamed Abdelmonem will not be able to join Egypt for AFCON,\u201d Hassan stated, expressing disappointment at losing one of the squad\u2019s most reliable defensive options.<\/p>\n

Abdelmonem\u2019s absence is a significant setback for Egypt, who were counting on his leadership and experience at the back. The coaching staff is now expected to make a decision on a replacement as they finalize preparations for the continental showpiece.<\/p>\n

The Pharaohs begin their AFCON campaign in the coming weeks, and fans will be hoping the rest of the squad remains fit as Egypt push for another title.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Lesotho. Egypt have been dealt a major blow ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations as key defender Mohamed Abdelmonem has been ruled out of the tournament, according to national team director Ibrahim Hassan. 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