Hamdy Fathy
CB (CM)
Driving Centre Back
Sep 29, 1994 (31)
Right
5'11"
170 lb
Makes three clearances
Fathy generated one tackle (zero won) and three clearances in Friday's 1-1 (5-3) penalty shootout victory against Australia.
Analysis: Fathy didn't do much defensively, but that's because Australia didn't pose much of a threat overall. The defender should keep his place in the starting lineup when Egypt take on Argentina on Tuesday in the Round of 16.
In starting XI against Australia
Fathy (groin) is in the starting lineup for Egypt's clash against Australia.
Analysis: Fathy has returned from the groin injury he suffered against New Zealand, having been back in training with the squad over the past few days, and he returns to the starting lineup but in midfield rather than center back, stepping in to cover for the suspended Mohanad Lasheen.
Fit for Australia match
Fathy (groin) is ready to feature in Friday's round of 32 clash against Australia, according to federation vice president Khaled El-Derndly, per Btolat. "Fathy is ready."
Analysis: Fathy had missed the final group stage draw against Iran with the groin issue but his return to full fitness is a timely development for Egypt heading into the knockout rounds. His availability gives coach Ibrahim Hassan a full complement of midfield options for what promises to be one of the most important fixtures in Egyptian football history.
Trains partially Sunday
Fathy (groin) rejoined Egypt's training session on Sunday, taking part in a portion of the session ahead of the round of 32 clash against Australia on Friday, according to Ahram Sports.
Analysis: Fathy had missed the draw against Iran in the final group stage match due to a groin injury, and his return to training is an encouraging step in his recovery. His status remains day to day according to coach Ibrahim Hassan, with the midfielder expected to continue building his fitness over the coming days as Egypt prepare for their historic first-ever knockout round appearance.
Remains day to day
Fathy (groin) remains a day to day status ahead of Friday's R32 clash vs Australia, confirms head coach Ibrahim Hassan per ON Sport.
Analysis: Fathy has remained sidelined for Egypt since suffering a groin injury in the opening group‑stage match against New Zealand, and while the latest update indicates he is progressing well, there is still no full confirmation that he will be ready to feature. With several days left before Friday's Round of 32 clash with Australia, the midfielder will continue working through his recovery and building fitness in hopes of making himself available for selection as Egypt enters the knockout phase.
Won't face Iran
Fathy (adductor) is out for Friday's match against Iran, according to Onze Masr.
Analysis: Fathy will not be with the Egyptian team as they take the field Friday, as the defender will instead miss out due to an adductor injury. With two starts in two appearances thus far, this will force some changes for the team, leaving Ramy Rabia as a possible replacement. With Egypt looking likely to make it to the knockouts, he will look to return for their round of 32 match.
Unlikely for Friday
Fathy (undisclosed) has limited chances of being ready to play in Friday's clash with Iran, ON Sport reports.
Analysis: Fathy is still dealing with the injury he picked up in the second group-stage match against New Zealand, and he's expected to miss the next fixture. Such situation would force a change in Egypt's lineup from the previous games, but with Hossam Abdelmaguid (concussion) also out, it should be Ramy Rabia joining Yasser Ibrahim at center-back.
Forced off Sunday
Fathy suffered an injury that prevented him from staying on the field in Sunday's matchup versus New Zealand.
Analysis: Fathy received treatment during the final stretch of the first half and was ultimately replaced by Ramy Rabia, forcing his second World Cup start to end early. Depending on the severity of the issue, Fathy could miss the final group-stage meeting with Iran, hurting Egypt's defensive depth and ground duel strength. Prior to his exit, he tallied two clearances and one interception over 41 minutes of play.
Solid defensively at center back
Hamdy Fathy had one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Belgium.
Analysis: Fathy put in another assured performance at center back despite it not being his natural position, with coach Hossam Hassan continuing to trust him there ahead of recognised alternatives such as Mohamed Abdelmoneim and Ramy Rabia. He repaid the faith placed in him with four tackles, two interceptions, four clearances and one block in a disciplined showing that helped Egypt remain defensively solid throughout and claim a valuable point against a Belgium side who came in as favourites.
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