A representative for Al Habtoor Group stated that the vehicles gifted to the Egyptian team are Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross models. The reward is for all team members, including players, coaching staff, technical, administrative, and medical personnel. "The 59 vehicles are currently being transported to the team," the representative said.

Khalaf Al Habtoor explained that this decision acknowledges the Egyptian team's historic milestone, an achievement that "transcended national borders and brought joy to millions of Arabs."

The billionaire further clarified that the gift serves as a tribute to those who brought glory to the nation, while also spreading a message of determination and fighting spirit. "They demonstrated that belief, teamwork, and the will to fight until the final minute can lead to success," he stated.

The Egyptian team returned home on 10/6. Photo: The National News

Earlier, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, congratulated the Egyptian team after they concluded their World Cup campaign. On social media platform X, he wrote that the Egyptian players competed against the world champions until the final minutes, expressing his appreciation for the team's spirit.

At the 2026 World Cup, the Egyptian team reached the round of 16 for the first time, where they were eliminated after a 2-3 loss to Argentina.

Upon their return to Egypt on 10/7, the team received a warm welcome from fans. Players paraded on a double-decker bus through crowds of thousands of supporters. Afterward, President Abdel Fattah El Sisi awarded the Order of Merit to all team members in recognition of their achievement.

Ngoc Ngan (The National News)