Egyptian Football Association Terminates Hossam Hassan's Contract, Appoints Ali Maher
The Egyptian Football Association has decided to end the tenure of head coach Hossam Hassan and appointed Ali Maher to lead the national team.
The Egyptian Football Association announced on Saturday the official termination of the contract with national team head coach Hossam Hassan.
The association stated that the decision followed a careful review of recent circumstances and events, aiming to ensure the stability of the national team.
This coaching change comes at a critical time, with the team preparing for two upcoming matches against Malawi in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
The board of directors has tasked coach Ali Maher with leading the team, following reports of tensions between the former coaching staff and several players.
The association had previously called on fans and the media to support the national team in its upcoming challenges.