Yasser Ibrahim

Disciplined display at center back

Yasser Ibrahim had one tackle (one won), three clearances and one interception in Monday's 1-1 draw against Belgium.

Analysis: Yasser started at center back next to Hamdy Fathy and helped form a defensive partnership that frustrated Belgium's attack for large parts of the game. One tackle, one interception and three clearances did not fully capture his impact, as it was the sustained pressure he applied that defined his performance. He has featured in all of Egypt's biggest games and is set to keep his place when they take on New Zealand in what will be a must-win fixture.