Egypt sacks winning football coach after wives’ scandal
The Egyptian Football Association has sacked national team coach Hossam Hassan, cutting short a promising tenure after a historic run to the Round of 16 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hassan’s marital issues had spilled into the public eye causing concerns over the team’s image.
A series of controversies surrounding Hassan's marital life left a 'negative impact' on the team, Egyptian FA says.
Tashima has served as a football player, coach and bureaucrat, and has a reputation for being a safe pair of hands.
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