Hussein Abdel-Latif resigns as Egypt U-17 coach ahead of 2026 World Cup
Hussein Abdel-Latif, the coach of Egypt’s U-17 national team (born 2009), has resigned from his position. This decision comes just three months before the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, where Egypt will compete after securing bronze at the African U-17 Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Why did Hussein Abdel-Latif resign?
A source from the Egyptian Football Association revealed that Abdel-Latif left to take over as coach of Libya’s U-17 team (born 2010). This move comes at a critical time, as Shouki Gharib, the technical director, searches for a replacement to finalize preparations.
How does this impact Egypt’s preparations?
The resignation is a setback as Egypt, currently second in the World Cup group with 5 points (1W-2D-0L), needs stability. With key players like Hamdi Fathy and Mohamed Abdelmonem sidelined, the team must regroup before their next match.
What’s next for Egypt?
The Egyptian FA is urgently searching for a new coach ahead of the U-17 World Cup in Qatar (November 19–December 13, 2026). The team, which recently lost 3-2 to Argentina, must stabilize quickly to advance in the tournament.
