Manchester City Forward Omar Marmoush Suffers Knee Injury on Egypt Duty

Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush suffered a knee ligament injury during Egypt's World Cup qualifier against Burkina Faso, forcing him off the pitch just nine minutes into the goalless match. Marmoush, who joined City from Eintracht Frankfurt for £59 million in January, initially tried to continue playing but was substituted shortly after the injury. The Egyptian Football Association confirmed that Marmoush sustained a bruised knee ligament and would undergo an X-ray upon returning to Cairo. This injury raises concerns for Manchester City ahead of their crucial Premier League derby against Manchester United and subsequent important fixtures. Marmoush has been a key player for City, scoring eight goals in 28 appearances since his transfer, and the club's medical staff will assess his condition upon his return to England. Despite the injury setback, Egypt maintains a strong position in their World Cup qualifying group, holding a five-point lead over Burkina Faso with two rounds remaining.