The ball was round and the game lasted 90 minutes. The stadium was packed to the brim. But while there were 22 players on the pitch, for the residents of the small Nile Delta village of Nagrig, only one truly counted.
In his hometown, Mohamed Salah – affectionately known as Mo and "Egyptian King" – isn’t just a record-setting, world-famous football player. He is a benefactor, a friend, and a favourite son.
