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Egypt sacks winning football coach after wives’ scandal

www.aljazeera.com · November 8, 2026 · 03:04

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.