Episode 3: Talent Isn't Enough

About this episode

The episode explores Mohamed Salah's significance to Egypt and his role as a footballer and role model.

Focusing in on Mohamed Salah’s impact in Egypt, presenters Kelly Cates and Simon Hughes reflect on what he means to his home nation. Former international team-mate Ahmed Elmohamady explains Salah's key role in taking the country to a first World Cup in 28 years, including the moment he stepped up to take a crucial penalty in the final minutes against Congo in 2017. Discover how Salah is a role model on and off the pitch through football and faith, and how his mindset sets him apart.

People in this episode

Hosts: Kelly Cates, Simon Hughes

Guest: Ahmed Elmohamady

Topics covered

• Mohamed Salah
• Egypt
• World Cup
• role model
• football
• faith
• mindset

Keywords

• Mohamed Salah
• Egypt
• World Cup
• football
• penalty
• role model
• mindset
• Ahmed Elmohamady

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Egypt

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