Egyptian fans are placing big hopes on footballer Mo Salah, whose popularity has been skyrocketing both at home and abroad. Hamada Elrasam takes us to Salah’s home town of Nagrig where his success, and his sponsorship of community projects including a football school for children, are changing the lives of many.
In Egyptian Football Star's Home Village, World Cup Ignites Big Dreams
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This is Mohamed Salah’s family home in Nagrig.
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A school building is financed by donations from Salah.
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Salah's fame and fortune have also benefited a local hospital, where the footballer donated a ventilator system.
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A football field in Nagrig is where young people who hope to follow in Salah's footsteps play.