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Mohamed Salah rested for Egypt AFCON qualifier over artificial pitch
Original: Mohamed Salah rested for Egypt’s AFCON qualifier due to artificial pitch
Mohamed Salah was left out of Egypt's starting line-up for an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, with reports saying the decision was made to protect him from the risks of playing on an artificial pitch. The call has drawn attention given Salah's importance to the national team and ongoing debates about the toll of artificial surfaces on players.
Why now: Fans are reacting to Egypt resting their biggest star for a competitive qualifier
Mohamed SalahEgypt national football teamAfrica Cup of Nations
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- Mohamed Salah rested for Egypt’s AFCON qualifier due to artificial pitch · The New York Times
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