In a heartfelt tribute, Egyptian football legend and national team manager Hossam Hassan has voiced strong support for Mohamed Salah’s bid to win the coveted Ballon d’Or.

Reflecting on Salah’s remarkable journey, Hassan described the Liverpool star’s rise as nothing short of inspirational. “Considering the challenges he has faced throughout his career, he truly deserves it,” Hassan said. “Reaching the top in the toughest league in the world is difficult, but remaining there for years is an even greater test—and Salah has done exactly that.”

Hassan credited Salah’s longevity at the pinnacle of world football to divine blessing, relentless hard work, and unwavering determination. “He reached the summit and stayed there for many years thanks to God first, and through his own talent and perseverance,” he added. “He is a role model for anyone chasing success. Now the question is whether football will finally do him justice when it comes to choosing the Ballon d’Or winner.”

The Egyptian coach concluded with a unifying message: “Our prayers—and those of every Egyptian and Salah fan around the world—are that he wins the Golden Ball. It would be the perfect crown to a career that may never be repeated in Egyptian, Arab, African, or even global football history.”