Egypt’s determination at the Africa Cup of Nations has been captured in the words of defender Ahmed Eid Said, who has sent a clear message from the Pharaohs’ camp. For him and his teammates, the mission in Morocco goes beyond participation or progress. It is about returning home with the trophy and rewarding a nation that lives and breathes football.
Eid Said spoke of a deep sense of responsibility toward the Egyptian people, stressing that the team is driven by the desire to bring joy to millions of supporters. Winning, in his view, is not only a professional target but a national duty. The promise to make the people happy, and even happier with silverware, reflects the emotional weight the squad carries into every match.
His declaration that Egypt will not leave Morocco without the championship cup underlines the confidence coursing through the camp. It is a statement rooted in Egypt’s rich AFCON history and a belief that the current generation has both the quality and mentality to add another title to the record books.
As the tournament unfolds, such words set a high bar. They raise expectations and sharpen focus, but they also echo the identity of a nation accustomed to success. For Egypt, and for Ahmed Eid Said, anything short of lifting the trophy would fall short of the promise made.