Benin’s national team sparked controversy on the eve of its clash with Egypt after publishing a provocative post aimed at Mohamed Salah and the Pharaohs.
The incident came as the two sides prepare to meet in an upcoming international fixture, with attention already high given Egypt’s status and Salah’s global profile.
On its official platforms, Benin posted an image and accompanying message that many viewed as disrespectful toward Salah and the Egyptian national team, prompting a wave of reactions from fans online.
The post quickly spread across social media, with Egyptian supporters considering it an insult directed at the captain and his teammates before the match.
Egypt head into the contest hoping to deliver an on-field response, while Benin appear keen to raise the temperature ahead of kickoff with their pre-match message.
