Mohamed Salah fit for Egypt World Cup opener

Mohamed Salah looks certain to play in Egypt’s World Cup opener against Uruguay in Russia on Friday 15 June.

The Liverpool forward had been a doubt after injuring his shoulder when going to the ground with Real Madrid’s Sergio Ramos in the Champions League final in May.

Salah, 25, won the Premier League golden boot for last season and picked up a number of accolades, including Premier League Player of the Season.

Egypt boss Hector Cuper said: "I can almost assure you 100% he will play, save unforeseen circumstances at the very last minute.

"He could become the top goalscorer here and one of the greatest players.

"We're trying to make him feel confident. The doctors are giving him the option to play or not, but I know Salah very well and I'm sure he's not afraid, he's not fearful."

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