Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp defends Mohamed Salah after controversial Egypt exit at AFCON

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has come to the defense of Mohamed Salah, assuring that the club is fully supportive of the Egyptian forward and...
CLUTCHPOINTS Jan 25

AFCON 2023: Odegbami, Lawal Task Super Eagles On Discipline Ahead Cameroon Clash

Nigeria football legends Olusegun Odegbami and Garba Lawal have advised the Super Eagles to be extremely cautious, stay focused, be disciplined and...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 25

Salah will '100%' return for AFCON final: Klopp

Mohamed Salah will definitely return to AFCON if he recovers in time from injury and Egypt reach the final, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said.
ESPN Jan 25

Klopp: Salah will '100%' return for AFCON final

Mohamed Salah will definitely return to AFCON if he recovers in time from injury and Egypt reach the final, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said.
ESPN Jan 25

Owen Tips Núñez as Salah’s Heir

Darwin Núñez: Liverpool’s Potential Heir to Mohamed Salah’s Throne The Rising Star Set to Take Over Liverpool’s forward line has been a spectacle...
ANFIELD INDEX Jan 25

AFCON 2023: Keep Working Hard, Nigerians Behind You — Sports Minister To Super Eagles

Sports Minister, John Enoh has urged the Super Eagles to keep their feet on the ground as they battle for the ultimate prize at the 2023 Africa Cup...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 25

AFCON 2023: Full list of countries in round of 16, fixtures

16 countries that will play in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 have been confirmed. This follows the completion of matches in the Group...
BLUEPRINT.NG Jan 25

Jurgen Klopp labels Mohamed Salah ‘the most loyal Egyptian I’ve ever met’ as Liverpool boss reveals AFCON plan following injury on international duty

Jurgen Klopp has defended Mohamed Salah and says Liverpool will “100 per cent” allow him to play in the AFCON final if he is fit - and Egypt make...
GOAL.COM Jan 25

He’s most loyal Egyptian – Klopp defends Salah leaving AFCON

Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp has defended the decision for Mohamed Salah to return to Liverpool from the Africa Cup of Nations. Klopp also hit...
DAILY POST (NG Jan 25

Klopp defends ‘most loyal Egyptian’ Salah after leaving AFCON camp

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has defended Mohamed Salah after leaving Egypt’s camp in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Salah featured for his...
KINGFUT Jan 25

Mohamed Salah injury: Jurgen Klopp confirms Liverpool and Egypt have agreed return date plan

Forward's hamstring injury has left Pharos sweating
EVENING STANDARD Jan 25

Alexis Mac Allister responds when asked if Mohamed Salah will be fit for the Carabao Cup final

Alexis Mac Allister has offered his take on the current injury situation of Liverpool teammate Mohamed Salah. Having been away at AFCON with Egypt,...
ROUSING THE KOP Jan 25

Salah will '100%' return for AFCON final if he recovers: Klopp

Mohamed Salah will definitely return to the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) if he recovers in time from injury and Egypt reach the final, Liverpool...
TIMESLIVE.CO.ZA Jan 25

AFCON: Top scorers ahead of Round of 16 fixtures revealed

Ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, Round of 16 fixtures, here are the top scorers in the competition so far. Equatorial Guinea’s...
DAILY POST (NG Jan 25

Jurgen Klopp launches passionate defence of Mo Salah as he hits back at reporter for questioning Liverpool star's loyalty to Egypt after leaving AFCON for injury treatment

The 31-year-old was substituted during Egypt's 2-2 draw against Ghana last Thursday with a hamstring injury. Mail Sport understands that Salah...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jan 24

‘We have the same goal – Jurgen Klopp fires back at questions over Mohamed Salah’s Egypt loyalty amid injury row

Egypt are unhappy with Liverpool's handling of the situation.
METRO.CO.UK Jan 24

Afcon 2023: DR Congo set up date with Mohamed Salah's Egypt in Round of 16 despite Tanzania draw

DR Congo progressed to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 after drawing 0-0 with Tanzania in Wednesday's Group F clash.
GOAL.COM Jan 24

Jurgen Klopp hits back at reporter in furious defence of Mohamed Salah after Liverpool star’s loyalty to Egypt questioned

Jurgen Klopp wasn’t happy about a question over Mohamed Salah's return from the Africa Cup of Nations. The Egyptian has returned to Merseyside...
TALKSPORT Jan 24

Jurgen Klopp clarifies Liverpool’s Mo Salah injury stance after swipe from Egypt

Mohamed Salah has returned to England after picking up an injury on Africa Cup of Nations duty, with questions surrounding how long he will take to...
MIRROR Jan 24

BREAKING: Emam Ashour hospitalised after suffering concussion

The Egyptian Football Association have announced that Emam Ashour has suffered a head injury and a concussion during today’s team training. The...
KINGFUT Jan 24

BREAKING: Egypt to face DR Congo in AFCON round of 16

Egypt are set to face Group F runner-ups DR Congo in the round of 16 of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Just like Egypt, DR Congo have qualified...
KINGFUT Jan 24

DR Congo advance to Afcon last-16 after Tanzania draw

The Democratic Republic of Congo have set up a last-16 clash with record seven-time winners Egypt after playing to a 0-0 draw with Tanzania in...
TIMESLIVE.CO.ZA Jan 24

Klopp clarifies Salah return: ‘He’s the most loyal Egyptian I’ve met’

Jurgen Klopp has defended Mohamed Salah’s return to Liverpool from the Africa Cup of Nations, hitting back at critics questioning the forward’s...
BUSYBUDDIESNG.COM Jan 24

Salah returns to Liverpool after AFCON injury

Mohamed Salah has safely returned to the United Kingdom to receive treatment on his posterior injury, the Egyptian Federation have confirmed,...
ESPN Jan 24

OFFICIAL: Ivory Coast sack manager Jean Louis Gasset despite AFCON chance

Ivory Coast have parted ways with head coach Jean Louis Gasset despite still having a chance at reaching the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations knockout...
KINGFUT Jan 24

Morocco coach Walid Regragui suspended for four games

Morocco manager Walid Regragui has been suspended for four matches by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) due to the post-match events of...
KINGFUT Jan 24

OFFICIAL: Algeria sack Djamel Belmadi after AFCON elimination

Djamel Belmadi have been sacked as Algeria’s manager following the team’s shocking group-stage exit in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Having won...
KINGFUT Jan 24

'Absolute force, blows your mind' - Liverpool told they've already signed Mohamed Salah's replacement

Michael Owen believes Liverpool already have a replacement for Mohamed Salah for when the Egyptian King eventually leaves the club
LIVERPOOL ECHO Jan 24

Salah injury worse than expected as Rui Vitoria accuse Liverpool of over-reacting

January 24 – Mohamed Salah is likely to miss the remainder of the Africa Cup of Nations after the Egyptian forward’s agent said he faces “21-28...
INSIDE WORLD FOOTBALL Jan 24

Ghana fire Hughton after early exit from AFCON, Sanfiet quits Gambia

January 24 – Ghana have sacked coach Chris Hughton after their shock group-stage exit from the Africa Cup of Nations. The move came after Cameroon...
INSIDE WORLD FOOTBALL Jan 24

Liverpool defend Mohamed Salah from Egypt criticism over injury return

Liverpool assistant manager Pep Ljinders has come out in defence of Mohamed Salah after the injured forward was heavily criticised for his return...
90MIN.COM Jan 24

Egypt ready to face any team in Africa, says Rui Vitoria

Egypt manager Rui Vitoria believes his side is ready to face any team in Africa, insisting there are no small teams in the AFCON. The Pharaohs have...
KINGFUT Jan 24

OFFICIAL: Tom Saintfiet resigns as Gambia manager after AFCON exit

Belgian manager Tom Saintfiet has stepped down as The Gambia’s head coach just one day after his team exited the Africa Cup of Nations. The Gambia...
KINGFUT Jan 24

Africa Cup of Nations 2024 Final: Date, UK kick-off time, stadium and how to follow as Senegal look to defend title

With the Africa Cup of Nations nearing the knockout stages, attention will soon be turning towards securing a place in the final.  Reigning...
TALKSPORT Jan 24

Ghana sack coach Hughton

Ghana Football Association (GFA) have sacked coach Chris Hughton after their group-stage exit from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The Black Stars...
BLUEPRINT.NG Jan 24

OFFICIAL: Ghana sack Chris Hughton following AFCON exit

Ghana have sacked Chris Hughton after their disappointing exit from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Black Stars had a disappointing...
KINGFUT Jan 24

‘That’s football’, Djamel Belmadi reacts to Algeria’s shocking AFCON exit

Algeria boss Djamel Belmadi reacted to his side’s shocking exit from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). After playing two consecutive draws...
KINGFUT Jan 24

Ghana Sack Hughton After AFCON Group Stage Elimination

January 24, (THEWILL) – The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced the dismissal of national team coach Chris Hughton, following the Black...
THEWILLNIGERIA.COM Jan 24

AFCON 2023: Ghana FA Sacks Hughton As Black Stars Coach

Ghana Football Association (GFA) have sacked coach Chris Hughton after their group-stage exit from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The Black Stars...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 24

Salah criticised for plotting exit from Egypt's Afcon camp

While he is recovering from a hamstring injury he suffered at Afcon, Mohamed Salah is criticised for plotting an exit from the Egypt camp.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Jan 24

Salah’s agent says Egypt star’s injury is worse than previously feared

Mohamed Salah’s agent says the player’s injury is more serious than previously stated and that the Liverpool star will be out for three to four...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Jan 24

Egypt coach Rui Vitoria blasts Liverpool and Klopp for discussing Salah injury

Egypt coach Rui Vitoria has blasted Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp for commenting on Mohamed Salah's injury. Read more on Tribal Football
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Jan 24

AFCON: 10 countries qualify for Round of 16

At least 10 teams that will play in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 have been confirmed. This follows the completion of matches in...
DAILY POST (NG Jan 24

Liverpool hit back at accusations Mo Salah has been ‘plotting Afcon departure’ after returning to Merseyside with injury

LIVERPOOL have hit back at accusations Mo Salah has been “plotting his departure” from the Africa Cup of Nations. The Egyptian superstar will...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Jan 23

Liverpool's peace offering amid Mo Salah row: Reds vow to do EVERYTHING they can to get star man fit for next month's AFCON final... with Egypt unimpressed by his return to Merseyside

Egypt's legendary former midfielder Ahmed Hassan claimed the national captain should stay to support his team-mates but Lijnders retorted: 'You...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jan 23

Michael Owen believes Liverpool already have potential Mohamed Salah replacement in the squad

The former Liverpool striker believes that Darwin Nunez has the ability to take over from Mohamed Salah if the winger does leave. After a summer...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Jan 23

Preview: Fulham vs. Liverpool

Photo by MB Media/Getty ImagesThe Reds look to finish the job and stamp their ticket to the Carabao Cup final. Fulham vs Liverpool | Wednesday,...
SBNATION.COM Jan 23

Our experience will make the difference, says Egypt’s Trezeguet

The winger earned Man of the Match honours for a tireless display as Egypt dramatically drew 2-2 with Cape Verde to qualify from Group B.
THE-STAR.CO.KE Jan 23

Liverpool declare Salah’s hamstring injury serous

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has a “proper tear in his hamstring”, says assistant manager Pep Lijnders. Salah, 31, was replaced during Egypt’s...
BLUEPRINT.NG Jan 23

AFCON 2023: Cameroon Edge Gambia In Five-Goal Thriller, To Face Super Eagles In Round Of 16

The Indomitable Lions of Cameroon defeated Gambia in a dramatic 3-2 win to progress into the round of 16 at the AFCON 2023 on Tuesday. Cameroon...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 23

Egypt legend stunningly accuses Mohamed Salah of 'plotting' AFCON departure

Mohamed Salah is accused by a former Egypt captain of 'plotting' his departure from AFCON. The 31-year-old picked up a hamstring injury playing...
90MIN.COM Jan 23

Egypt manager opens war of words with Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp over Mo Salah comments

Mohamed Salah has been caught between his two managers with Egypt's Rui Vitoria criticising Jurgen Klopp for revealing his return to Liverpool
DAILY STAR Jan 23

Hamstring Injury To Sideline Liverpool Salah For Three To Four Weeks

January 23, (THEWILL) – Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is expected to return to play in three to four weeks following a hamstring injury sustained...
THEWILLNIGERIA.COM Jan 23

Salah Liverpool Return Will “Give Him the Best Chance to Play in Final”

Photo by MB Media/Getty ImagesAccording to Liverpool assistant Pepijn Lijnders, Mohamed Salah is returning to the club to maximise his chances of...
SBNATION.COM Jan 23

Egypt goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy ruled out of Africa Cup with dislocated shoulder

ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast (AP) — Egypt’s hopes of a record-extending eighth Africa Cup of Nations title have suffered another blow…
WTOP.COM Jan 23

Egypt scrape into AFCON last 16 courtesy of Ghana's added tine collapse against Mozambique

January 23 – Seven-time champions Egypt somehow squeezed through to the last 16 at the Africa Cup of Nations on Monday after drawing 2-2 with Cape...
INSIDE WORLD FOOTBALL Jan 23

Salah Suffers Hamstring Tear, Faces 4 Weeks On Sidelines

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah has returned to England for treatment on a hamstring tear, casting a significant shadow on his participation in the...
LEADERSHIP.NG Jan 23

Liverpool will give injured Salah 'the best possible chance' of Afcon return – video

Liverpool's assistant manager Pepijn Lijnders has insisted Mohamed Salah's commitment should never be doubted after his imminent return from the...
THE GUARDIAN Jan 23

Palestine, Syria secure historic knockout berths in 2024 Asian Cup

The Palestinian soccer team and Syria advanced to the knockout stage of the Asian Cup for the first time on Tuesday. Both secured their place in...
NBC LOS ANGELES Jan 23

'I didn’t think it was right' - Egypt boss Vittoria unhappy with Liverpool over Salah rehab

"Egypt manager Rui Vittoria was disappointed at Liverpool for discussing Mohamed Salah\u0027s return to England to undergo his rehabilitation....
EUROSPORT.CO.UK Jan 23

Egypt manager takes pointed swipe at Jurgen Klopp for comments on Mo Salah injury

Mo Salah is set to be sidelined for the next few weeks after picking up an injury on AFCON duty with Liverpool but there now appears to be a war of...
MIRROR Jan 23

(Video) Pep Lijnders keen to stress two things in particular over Salah’s return to Liverpool

Pep Lijnders was eager to stress two points in particular when discussing Mo Salah’s return to Liverpool to recuperate from the injury he suffered...
EMPIREOFTHEKOP.COM Jan 23

Liverpool defend Salah’s early AFCON departure

Pep Lijnders insists Mohamed Salah's commitment to Egypt should 'never' be questioned in the wake of his early return from the Africa Cup of Nations.
CLICK LIVERPOOL Jan 23

Liverpool hit back at Egypt over Mo Salah AFCON return as Andy Robertson makes comeback

Liverpool will be without Salah for Wednesday’s Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Fulham, but Andy Robertson will be in the squad for the...
IRISH MIRROR Jan 23

Liverpool confirm Mohamed Salah expected to be sidelined for up to a month after suffering ‘proper tear’ in hamstring

Mohamed Salah has suffered a ‘proper tear in his hamstring', according to Liverpool assistant manager Pep Lijnders. The 31-year-old was substituted...
TALKSPORT Jan 23

'I didn't think it was right' - Egypt manager hits out at Jurgen Klopp and Mohamed Salah agent ahead of Liverpool return

Egypt manager Rui Vitoria has spoken out about Mohamed Salah's return to Liverpool with a hamstring injury
LIVERPOOL ECHO Jan 23

#AFCONUpdate: ‘Our Experience Will Make The Difference’ – Mahmoud Trezeguet Bullish After Progression

A jubilant Mahmoud Trezeguet believes Egypt’s vast experience can power them to TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations glory after booking their...
SPORTS247 Jan 23

Liverpool defend injured Mo Salah's decision to fly home from Afcon

Forward has been criticised in Egypt for leaving national team Liverpool say it gives him ‘best possible chance' to play in final Liverpool's...
THE GUARDIAN Jan 23

Mo Salah slammed by Egypt legend for returning to Liverpool during AFCON

Salah was ruled out of the tournament with a hamstring injury Mohamed Salah has been criticised after choosing to return... The post Mo Salah...
JOE.CO.UK Jan 23

BREAKING: Mohamed El-Shenawy to miss rest of AFCON

Egypt’s first-choice goalkeeper Mohamed El-Shenawy has been ruled out of the remainder of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Following Cape Verde’s...
KINGFUT Jan 23

The games that Mo Salah will miss for Liverpool after hamstring trouble at AFCON

Once it became clear that Mo Salah’s suspected hamstring injury at AFCON was more serious than first feared, it wouldn’t have been a surprise to...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Jan 23

Souness Advise Klopp To Prevent Salah From AFCON Return

Liverpool icon Graeme Souness has told Jurgen Klopp to prevent Mohamed Salah from returning back to the Egypt squad at the Africa Cup of Nations...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Jan 23

'We are very unhappy' - Egypt's Hegazi after 3rd draw

Egypt are aware that they will have to improve their performance radically if they want to progress further in the Africa Cup of Nations after they...
ESPN Jan 23

Mohamed Salah's AFCON is officially over! Liverpool star suffered 'proper hamstring tear' on Egypt duty as Pep Lijnders confirms lengthy recovery timeframe

Mohamed Salah's AFCON campaign with Egypt is officially over as the Liverpool star has suffered a "proper hamstring tear".
GOAL.COM Jan 23

Mohamed Salah decision defended after Liverpool forward suffers bigger injury blow

Pep Lijnders defends Mohamed Salah after the Liverpool forward is criticised for leaving the Egypt camp at the Africa Cup of Nations
LIVERPOOL ECHO Jan 23

Pep Lijnders defends Egypt’s Mohamed Salah amid criticism over Liverpool return

The Egypt captain will fly back to England on Wednesday from AFCON duty, much to the chagrin of the nation’s record caps-holder Ahmed Hassan.
NEWSCHAINONLINE.COM Jan 23

Liverpool star ruled out of Arsenal clash through injury

Mohamed Salah is out of Arsenal's game against Liverpool next week, regardless of whether Egypt continue to progress in the Africa Cup of Nations.
DAILYCANNON Jan 23

Liverpool assistant Pep Lijnders insists 'you should NEVER doubt Mohamed Salah's commitment' to Egypt amid anger at the injured forward after returning to the club for treatment during AFCON

Reds assistant-manager Pep Lijnders clarified the player's return to his club on Wednesday for treatment was agreed by all parties after Salah was...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Jan 23

Mohamed Salah: Injury progress & potential return date for Liverpool forward

Injury progress and potential return date for Liverpool and Egypt star Mohamed Salah.
90MIN.COM Jan 23

(Photo) Egypt players show their feelings for Mo Salah; perfect riposte to his critics back home

Mo Salah might have angered one Egyptian football legend in Ahmed Hassan, but the country’s current players have made it clear that they hold the...
EMPIREOFTHEKOP.COM Jan 23

Tapuwa Kapini Eyes Full-time Career As A Football Coach

Former Warriors and Highlanders goalkeeper Tapuwa Kapini has said he intends to become a full-time football coach after hanging up his...
PINDULA Jan 23

Pepijn Lijnders defends Liverpool’s controversial Mohamed Salah injury decision

The Egyptian King has suffered a significant hamstring injury.
METRO.CO.UK Jan 23

Fulham vs Liverpool LIVE commentary: Reds hold narrow lead heading into Carabao Cup semi-final second leg – kick-off time, team news and how to follow

Liverpool will be aiming to book their place at Wembley on Wednesday night as they travel to take on Fulham, live on talkSPORT.  The Reds hold a...
TALKSPORT Jan 23

The games Mohamed Salah could miss through injury for Liverpool and Egypt

Salah faces weeks on the sidelines.
METRO.CO.UK Jan 23

Mohammed Kudus furious as Ghana on brink of AFCON exit with journalists blocking team bus

Mohammed Kudus delivered a furious post-match interview after Ghana let a two-goal lead slip in potentially costly fashion. Jordan Ayew had scored...
TALKSPORT Jan 23

Egypt NT doctor: Klopp breached our agreement, Salah didn’t want to leave

Egypt national team doctor Mohamed Abou El-Ela has revealed that Jurgen Klopp breached the agreement between the EFA and Liverpool regarding...
KINGFUT Jan 23
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