Mohamed Abdelmonem
EGY
Plays in friendly
Abdelmonem (knee) started and recorded 45 minutes of play during Thursday's international friendly against Russia.
Analysis: Abdelmonem was dealing with an injury that sidelined him for all of the 2025/26 season, but he apparently focused on being fit for the World Cup and could be an option for Egypt. If he's ready for extended outings when the tournament kicks off, he'll likely be selected over Ramy Rabia as a left-sided center-back, aiming to contribute defensive stats while featuring as an occasional aerial threat on set pieces.
Still not available
Abdelmonem (knee) will not be available for Sunday's season finale against Metz, according to coach Claude Puel, per Ici Azur. "Abdelmonem is not available either."
Analysis: Abdelmonem has yet to feature this season after returning from a long term knee injury, bringing a deeply frustrating campaign to an end without a single competitive appearance. The defender will now focus entirely on being fit for Tunisia at the World Cup this summer, with his recovery timeline making the tournament a realistic target despite the lengthy absence he has endured throughout the season.
Remains out
Abdelmonem (knee) will not be available for Saturday's clash against Lens, according to coach Claude Puel, per ICI Azur. "Abdelmonem is not available either."
Analysis: Abdelmonem has yet to feature this season due to the knee injury, making his continued absence a frustrating stretch for the defender. He had been eyeing the Lens fixture as a potential return date, but will now need to wait for another opportunity to make his seasonal debut. His role upon return is expected to be a rotational one, consistent with his standing in the squad last campaign.
Eyeing Lens for return
Abdelmonem (knee) is eyeing a return next week when facing Lens on May 2, according to manager Claude Puel, per William Humberset of Nice Matin.
Analysis: Abdelmonem has yet to play this season with a knee injury, but is on the verge of making his return, as the defender is expected to resume action in the final weeks of the season. He is currently eyeing the May 2 match against Lens for a return, needing to train with his teammates first. He was more of a rotational option last season and will likely end the campaign in that role.
Remains sidelined
Abdelmonem (knee) won't make the trip to face Strasbourg in the French Cup semifinals, according to manager Claude Puel.
Analysis: Abdelmonem is still not an option while he continues to work on his recovery from a knee injury, so all of Antoine Mendy, Kojo Peprah Oppong and Abdulai Juma Bah are expected to remain active in the middle of the back line. The Egyptian has yet to play in the 2025/26 campaign, and he might target a return in the final weeks of the season as he tries to gain form ahead of the World Cup.
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