Manchester City striker Marmoush will miss the upcoming Manchester derby after suffering an injury during international duty with Egypt. The forward was taken off after just nine minutes in the World Cup qualifier against Burkina Faso. Doctors later confirmed damage to his knee ligaments.
The news is a big blow for both Egypt and City. Marmoush has been in excellent form this season and was expected to play a key role in Sunday’s high-pressure clash. His injury adds to City’s growing list of unavailable players.
Reports suggest that Marmoush will return to Manchester for further scans and rehabilitation. While Egypt’s medical team has given an initial diagnosis, the club wants a clearer picture before deciding on his recovery plan. Early indications are that he could be sidelined for several weeks, but no official timeline has been set.
For Egypt, the match ended in a 0-0 draw, leaving them five points clear in their qualifying group. However, losing Marmoush so early in the game was a setback for the team’s attacking strategy. Despite the injury, they remain in a strong position to progress in the competition.
For City, the absence of Marmoush comes at the worst possible time. The squad is already missing important names like Rayan Cherki and Mateo Kovacic. Phil Foden and Savinho are also doubtful for selection. Manager Pep Guardiola now faces a tough challenge to reorganize his attack for the derby.
The club will provide further updates once Marmoush completes his medical tests in Manchester. Fans will be hoping for a quick recovery, as his energy and creativity have become vital to the team’s success.
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