Egypt midfielder Emam Ashour discharged from hospital after mild concussion

Egypt midfielder Emam Ashour has been discharged from the hospital and has rejoined the Pharaohs squad as they prepare for their Round of 16 clash against DR Congo in the Africa Cup of Nations.

Ahram Online , Thursday 25 Jan 2024,

Egypt s midfielder #8 Emam Ashour fights for the ball with Ghana s midfielder #8 Majeed Ashimeru during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 group B football match between Egypt and Ghana at the Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium in Abidjan on January 18, 2024. AFP

Egypt midfielder Ashour suffers concussion during training

The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) announced on Thursday that Ashour spent a night in the hospital after sustaining a mild concussion during training on Wednesday.

However, his participation in the upcoming match remains uncertain.

The 25-year-old midfielder, who was benched in the Group opener against Mozambique, started in the other two games and delivered convincing performances.

Despite a slow start, Egypt has already secured a place in the round of 16 after drawing in all three group stage matches.

Injury concerns have also affected the team, with Liverpool star Mohamed Salah and Al Ahly goalkeeper Mohamed El-Shennawy having left the Pharaohs' squad due to injuries.

Salah has to complete his rehabilitation program at his Premier League club to rejoin the national team if they reach the final.

El-Shennawy, on the other hand, will be sidelined for around four months due to a dislocated shoulder.

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