Goals are great. Iconic celebrations? Even better.
The Egypt national team has given fans plenty of unforgettable moments over the years, but some celebrations have become just as memorable as the goals themselves. Whether it’s a cheeky tribute, a fiery statement, or pure chaos, these celebrations have earned a special place in the hearts of Egyptian fans.
Here are some of our favourites.
Trézéguet – Polishing Salah’s Boots
Sometimes the assist deserves as much credit as the finish.
That was certainly the case during Egypt’s dramatic 2021 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final comeback against Morocco.
After Mohamed Salah inspired the turnaround—scoring the equaliser before producing a sublime assist in extra time—Trézéguet scored the winner and immediately celebrated by pretending to polish Salah’s boots.
It was a funny, cheeky way of thanking him. Rather than making the moment about himself, Trézéguet gave credit where it was due, creating one of Egypt’s most memorable celebration moments in AFCON history.
Mohamed Zidane – “I’m On Fire!”
Some celebrations don’t need explaining.
Mohamed Zidane’s fan favourite is when he’d sometimes launch his boots into the air as if they were too hot to the touch. The message was simple: “He’s On Fire!”
It was spontaneous, dramatic, and perfectly matched Zidane’s unpredictable style on the pitch. Fans loved it because it felt completely natural—just pure joy mixed with a little bit of theatre.
Zizo – Cheeky Tongue Out
The celebration is almost as entertaining as the goal itself.
After scoring, Zizo sticks out his tongue in a way that is cheeky, slightly taunting, and full of personality—exactly the kind of celebration that gets under opponents’ skin while sending Egypt’s fans into celebration mode.
The more important the goal, the bigger the reaction.
Omar Marmoush – Halloween Mask
While playing for Eintracht Frankfurt, Marmoush celebrated one goal by putting on a spooky mask in a Halloween-themed celebration after scoring his goal.
It was unexpected, fun, and perfectly timed for the season, showing that football celebrations don’t always have to be serious. Sometimes they’re simply about having a laugh.
Mohamed Salah – The Makka-Inspired Celebration
Some celebrations have surprisingly wholesome stories behind them.
After opening the scoring for Liverpool in the 2019 UEFA Champions League, Salah celebrated by twisting his fingers in front of his face before placing one on either side of his nose while sticking out his tongue.
Fans spent months trying to work out what it meant.
The answer? It was his daughter, Makka, who came up with it.
During an online interview with children, Salah revealed that the unique celebration was actually her idea, making one of football’s biggest stages the setting for a father-daughter moment that nobody saw coming.
Emam Ashour – The Billionaire’s Swagger
Emam Ashour doesn’t just score goals—he makes an entrance.
After netting a stunning goal past Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, Ashour broke out the famous “Billionaire Strut,” instantly reminding fans of UFC superstar Conor McGregor. He brought the swagger, the confidence, and all the attitude that comes with one of sport’s most recognizable celebrations.
The celebration is most closely associated with McGregor, but its roots actually go back to former WWE chairman Vince McMahon, whose exaggerated power walk inspired what would later become the “Billionaire Strut.”
Ashour clearly enjoyed it too, because he brought it back again after scoring against Australia. Safe to say, when he’s feeling it, the swagger comes out.
More Than Just Celebrations
The best goal celebrations tell a story.
Emam Ashour brings swagger. Mohamed Zidane brings fire. Zizo brings chaos. Trézéguet brings gratitude. Marmoush brings creativity. Salah brings family.
They’re all different, but that’s what makes them memorable. Long after the final whistle, fans still remember the pose, the gesture, and the emotion that came with the goal. Sometimes, those few seconds of celebration become just as iconic as the finish itself.
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