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Egyptian football entered a new era this weekend as Mohamed Salah made his third appearance for Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor, while Liverpool commenced their campaign in the English Premier League without the talismanic winger. Across multiple leagues, key domestic and continental fixtures unfolded, with Barcelona launching its title defense in La Liga and several Egyptian clubs preparing for the new domestic season.
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Mohamed Salah, Trabzonspor — Salah featured in Trabzonspor's match against Basaksehir in the Turkish Super Lig, with the game ending in a 1-1 draw after Basaksehir equalized in the 14th minute at Papara Park. The Egyptian international continues his adjustment to his new club following his transfer from Liverpool.Liverpool, Newcastle United — Liverpool began the new Premier League season without Mohamed Salah for the first time in nine years, facing Newcastle United in their opening fixture. Manager Arne Slot named his starting eleven as the Reds enter a new chapter following Salah's departure.Barcelona, Elche — Barcelona launched its La Liga campaign against Elche, with Egyptian prospect Hamza Abdel Karim included in the squad list announced by manager Hansi Flick. The club has opened negotiations with Abdel Karim to extend his contract and remove penalty clauses.Al Ahly, Sharqiya Enbi — Al Ahly players arrived at Cairo Stadium in preparation for their Egyptian Premier League opener against Sharqiya Enbi, with goalkeeper Mustafa Shobier expected to start in the squad announced by technical director Hussain Amota.Zamalek — The club resumed training at the Air Defense ground ahead of their fixture against Al Ahly Bank, while discussions continue regarding Brazilian midfielder Juan Alfredo Pizzera's future, with reports indicating he has returned apartment keys to club management.Real Madrid, Espanyol — Jude Bellingham opened Real Madrid's scoring in their victory over Espanyol, with manager Jose Mourinho praising Bellingham's danger near goal and crediting the team's substitutes for securing the win.What to Watch:
Egypt's basketball team continues African World Cup qualifying window four in Dakar, Senegal. Egypt's handball and volleyball teams begin Mediterranean Games campaigns against Portugal and Kosovo respectively, both matches scheduled for Sunday evening.