The Egyptian Football Association has decided the fate of Hossam Hassan, the technical director of the "Pharaohs", regarding his continuation with the team during the upcoming period.

Hossam Hassan's Future with Egypt

Hossam Hassan led the Egyptian national team to qualify for the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in the "Pharaohs" history, achieving a win and two draws without any loss in the group stage.

What Happened Next?

Mustafa Abu Zeida, a member of the Egyptian Football Association's board of directors, explained in a TV statement that: "Hossam Hassan's contract was automatically renewed after the African Nations Cup, where we finished fourth".

What Comes Next After the World Cup?

Regarding the possibility of Hossam Hassan's departure after the current World Cup, he replied: "The association has agreed to extend Hossam Hassan's contract, and currently, there is no room for discussion about the extension or bonuses, and everything will be announced after the World Cup".

DateMatchResult
2026-06-15Belgium - Egypt1-1

The Egyptian national team is currently preparing to face Australia in the World Cup round of 32 on Friday, aiming for a spot in the round of 16. It's worth noting that Egypt has achieved mixed results in the last five matches, with 0 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses, and Hossam Abdelmaguid is currently sidelined due to injury.