Egypt national football team coaching staff undergoes changes

The coaching staff of the Egypt national football team, led by head coach Ali Maher, has seen sudden changes following the departure of assistant coach Bassem Ali. Ali resigned from his position just hours after his appointment, citing personal acceptance of the situation in a social media statement.

Sources within the Egyptian Football Association indicated that Ali was excluded because he lacks the required A coaching license, despite being selected by Maher. Media personality Ibrahim Fayeq criticized the manner of the exclusion, noting that Ali had already arrived at the national team camp before being informed of his removal.

Tamer Mostafa, a former Al Mokawloon Al Arab player, has joined the technical staff to replace Ali. Meanwhile, team captain Mohamed Salah has joined the squad as the team begins preparations for upcoming Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers against Malawi. Former Al Ahly player Saad Samir has called for the new staff to be judged on their upcoming results rather than recent controversies.