Trezeguet (Egypt National Team Player): "We Are the Best Team in Africa"

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05 April 2026at11:28

Mahmoud Hassan Trezeguet, a player for the Egyptian national team, believes his country's team is the best in Africa, stating that they will go to the World Cup not just to participate, but to prove themselves.

In press statements, Trezeguet said: "We are the best team in Africa, and the team that has won the Africa Cup of Nations seven times. This makes you strive to preserve the name built by the previous generation."

He added: "We are not going to the World Cup just to participate, but to show that we didn't just come for a visit, and to honor Egypt, the best country in the world."

It is worth noting that the Egyptian national team ranked fifth in Africa (29th globally) in the FIFA rankings for March, while Morocco remains at the top of Africa and eighth globally.

Egypt is in Group G, where they will open their campaign against the Belgian national team, before facing New Zealand in the second round, and concluding the group stage against Iran.

Q&A

What did Trezeguet say about the Egyptian national team?

Trezeguet, an Egyptian national team player, confidently stated that his country possesses the best team in Africa. He believes they are seven-time Africa Cup of Nations winners and are determined to prove themselves at the upcoming World Cup, not just participate.

How does Egypt's FIFA ranking compare to Trezeguet's claim?

Egypt's FIFA ranking currently places them fifth in Africa and 29th globally, according to the March rankings. This contrasts with Trezeguet's assertion that they are the continent's top team, as Morocco currently holds the highest African rank.

What is Egypt's World Cup group stage schedule?

Egypt's national team is set to compete in Group G at the World Cup. Their campaign will begin against the Belgian national team, followed by a match against New Zealand. They will conclude their group stage fixtures against Iran.

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