# Egypt national team coaching changes and staff turnover

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/controversy-surrounding-egypt-national-team-coach-hossam
> Updated: 2026-11-09T22:26:06.000Z. Sources: 67. Developments: 6.

Following the dismissal of head coach Hossam Hassan and his technical staff by the Egyptian Football Association (EFA), the new coaching regime led by Ali Maher has encountered immediate instability. 

Assistant coach Bassem Ali resigned from his position just hours after his appointment. While Ali cited personal reasons in a social media statement, reports from within the EFA suggest he was excluded because he lacks the required A coaching license, despite being selected by Maher. Media personality Ibrahim Fayeq criticized the handling of the situation, noting that Ali had already arrived at the national team camp before being informed of his removal. Tamer Mostafa has joined the technical staff to replace Ali.

This transition follows the EFA's decision to terminate Hassan's contract to protect the “positive image and stability of the national team.” The dismissal was linked to various controversies, including a FIFA suspension for comments regarding referees, reported tensions with star player Mohamed Salah, and a highly publicized incident involving Hassan's personal life that resulted in his hospitalization. 

As the technical staff stabilizes, team captain Mohamed Salah has joined the squad to begin preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Malawi.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-09: Egypt national football team dismisses coach Hossam Hassan

Egypt has dismissed head coach Hossam Hassan and his staff, citing concerns over the national team's stability and image following personal controversies and disciplinary issues.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-national-football-team-replaces-hossam-hassan

### 2026-11-09: Egypt national football team coaching staff undergoes changes

Assistant coach Bassem Ali has left the Egypt national team staff due to licensing issues, replaced by Tamer Mostafa as the team prepares for Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/basem-ali-leaves-egypt-national-team-coaching-staff

### 2026-11-07: Egypt sacks national team coach Hossam Hassan

The Egyptian Football Association has sacked national coach Hossam Hassan due to personal scandals and their negative impact on the team's image. Ali Maher has been appointed as his successor.

54 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ali-maher-nears-egypt-national-team-coaching-role

### 2026-11-05: Hossam Hassan departs Egypt national team amid health concerns

Egypt national team coach Hossam Hassan has departed his role following reports of player tensions and serious cardiac health issues involving the manager.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mohamed-mourad-resigns-as-egypt-national-team-media-coordinator

### 2026-11-04: Egypt Supreme Council for Media Regulation bans Hossam Hassan from media appearances

Egypt's media regulator has banned national football coach Hossam Hassan from all media appearances due to privacy concerns and ongoing personal disputes, amid calls for his dismissal from the football union.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-supreme-council-for-media-regulation-bans-hossam-hassan-from-media-appearances

### 2026-11-03: Shikabala calls for Hossam Hassan to resign as Egypt national team coach

Former Zamalek player Shikabala has urged Egypt national team coach Hossam Hassan to resign, citing a need for leadership prestige and less controversy surrounding the position.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shikabala-calls-for-hossam-hassan-to-resign-as-egypt-national-team-coach

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