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The Digest:

Amid a season of fluctuating club form, a national icon prepares to answer the enduring call of continental duty. Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is scheduled to travel to join the Egypt national team for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on December 15. Despite recent bench appearances at Liverpool, his commitment and professionalism remain unquestioned as he gears up to lead the Pharaohs in Morocco.

Key Points:
  • Liverpool's Mohamed Salah will depart for AFCON 2025 on December 15.
  • Coach Arne Slot confirmed the date, praising Salah as a "top professional" who supports teammates.
  • The 33-year-old has scored four goals in 13 Premier League games this season.
  • Egypt's first Group B match is against Zimbabwe on December 22 in Agadir.
  • The Pharaohs are also grouped with Angola and South Africa.
  • Salah's experience and leadership are considered vital for Egypt's campaign.
  • The tournament marks a pivotal moment for Salah to regain peak form on the international stage.
For a player whose legacy is rooted in both Merseyside and the Nile, this tournament represents a familiar storm, a chance to shift narratives and reaffirm his status as Egypt's indispensable champion when his nation needs him most.


Sources: Punch Newspapers, Fabrizio Romano.