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Jul 2018
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Egypt: and then came Salah

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2018, Egypt has experienced tumultuous change over the last 30 years. And the country’s passion for football has not been spared. But a new football hero has risen, giving a renewed hope to Egyptian football fans. A hope that could be the most positive force for the country in a long time...

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