From Beach Break to World Cup Star: How Mostafa Zico Seized His Chance
Egypt’s Mostafa Zico admits he was packing for a summer holiday when coach Hossam Hassan surprised him with a World Cup call-up. The 24-year-old forward has been one of the Pharaohs’ standout players in Vancouver, helping fuel a historic 3-1 comeback win over New Zealand. He scored his first World Cup goal and set up Mohamed Salah with a clever back-heel assist. Zico says he owes his rise to Hassan’s belief. “I wasn’t expecting to be here, but the coach gave me confidence from day one,” he reflects. With Egypt now eyeing a first knockout-round berth, the Pyramids FC star insists the team can go even further.
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