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Egypt sacks winning football coach after wives’ scandal

Al Jazeera · 2026-11-08

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• What happened: Egypt sacks winning football coach after wives’ scandal 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... • Why it matters: This update may be relevant for Cyprus residents, visitors, businesses or policymakers. • What to watch next: Follow CyprusDailyLife for updates.

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.

Source: Al Jazeera
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