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Why did these World Cup ads strike a nerve in Egypt?

Al Jazeera · Jun 26, 2026, 5:55 PM · Also reported by 3 other sources

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A viral World Cup campaign tapped into a familiar conversation among Egyptian football fans, prompting debate.

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Why did these World Cup ads strike a nerve in Egypt?

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