{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6633aa7d28201200122f5638/68a31da88bf365c7e3f59d44?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Mo Salah: The Egyptian King's Story | Part Two ","description":"<p>Welcome back to It Was What It Was, the Football History podcast hosted by Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper. In this second episode of a two-part special, we explore the life of Mohamed Salah - from winning his third PFA player of the year award, to the pressures and the complex political landscape he navigates in Egypt . We delve into Salah's impact in the UK, his challenging relationship with International football, from rural Egypt to the global stage, Mohamed Salah's journey is as thrilling as it is complex. Join us for an in-depth look at one of the most intriguing figures in modern football.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00&nbsp;Introduction </p><p>00:44&nbsp;Mohamed Salah's Political and Cultural Significance</p><p>03:01&nbsp;The Complexities of Expressing Political Views</p><p>05:02&nbsp;Historical Context: Egypt's Political Landscape</p><p>14:19&nbsp;The Arab Spring and Its Aftermath</p><p>24:06&nbsp;Mohamed Salah's Relationship with the Egyptian National Team</p><p>27:40&nbsp;High Stakes in World Cup Play-offs</p><p>28:35&nbsp;Egypt's Football Legacy and Recent Struggles</p><p>29:55&nbsp;The 2018 World Cup Disappointment</p><p>31:56&nbsp;Controversies and Criticisms</p><p>37:59&nbsp;Political Pressures and Social Media</p><p>44:46&nbsp;Salah's Impact in the UK</p><p>49:24&nbsp;The Ballon d'Or and Future Prospects</p><p><br></p>","author_name":"The Overlap"}