The Egyptian national team said a Dallas police officer pressured director Ibrahim Hassan and player Trezeguet on Friday as the two tried to take a photo with a World Cup fan.
Local media said the incident took place at the team hotel.
The Egyptian team was scheduled to play Australia in the round of 32 in Dallas on Friday at the tournament co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States.
“A man and his son took a photo with Ibrahim Hassan and Trezeguet, and the director of the national team approved the request,” said Mohamed Morad, media officer of the Egyptian national team. Reuters.
«However, a security officer intervened and pushed the fan, as well as Trezeguet and Ibrahim Hassan,even though the player and team director were in their designated area. Ibrahim then asked the security officer to interact with the fan in a normal manner.»
The Dallas Police Department said it is aware of a video circulating on social media showing a heated interaction involving one of its officers.
“Dallas Police responded to an area hotel at the request of hotel security regarding an individual without event credentials attempting to gain entry,” according to a statement on social media.
“It was later learned that the individuals were not displaying the login details correctly, which is a requirement.
«The situation was resolved on the spot and DPD met with team representatives to address their concerns. The matter has now been resolved.»
Published on July 4, 2026
