The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) announced on Saturday, 7 November, the dismissal of national team head coach Hossam Hassan and his coaching staff, appointing Ali Maher, manager of Ceramica Cleopatra, as his replacement.
The EFA thanked Hassan for his contributions since taking charge in February 2024. During his tenure, Egypt finished fourth at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and reached the last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Maher has been tasked with leading the Pharaohs and presenting his proposed technical staff.
Egypt are preparing to face Malawi on November 13 and 17 in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. They currently top Group B with four points after a win over South Sudan and a draw with Angola.
