Hany Ramzy, head coach of Egypt National Olympic team (Photo: Reuters)
The Olympics will return home after failing to survive the group stage of the Arab Cup that is held in Saudi Arabia.
The young Pharaohs, who are preparing to next month London Games, were held to a 1-1 draw by Lebanon in their final Group C game on Saturday.
Smouha midfielder Ahmed Hamoudy gave Egypt the upper hand one minute after the break from a penalty kick but Lebanon forwards Akram Maghrebi restored parity in the 82nd minute.
Third of the group with only two points, Egypt are eliminated after only collecting two points from three games.
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