Egyptian sports analyst Mohamed El-Sayegh recently discussed the latest developments in Egyptian football on the radio show "Fi Al-Istad" on Nogoum FM. El-Sayegh talked about the recent changes in the national team's technical staff, including the departure of coach Hosam Hassan. According to El-Sayegh, Hassan's departure was inevitable due to several factors, including his clashes with key players and a personal family crisis that affected his image.
El-Sayegh mentioned that Mohamed Salah had reservations about working with Hassan's staff and initially refused to join the national team. Salah reportedly informed the Egyptian Football Association that he would join the team after a match with Malawi. Additionally, some players complained to Salah about poor treatment from Hassan's assistants, contributing to the coach's eventual departure. El-Sayegh also noted that Hassan's exit was influenced by his strained relationships with prominent players.
The analyst discussed potential candidates to replace Hassan, including Carlos Queiroz, who was considered but ultimately not chosen. Instead, the Egyptian Football Association opted for a local coach, Ali Maher. El-Sayegh described Maher as a good coach who has performed well with his previous teams and is skilled at managing team dynamics. Maher's contract includes conditions related to the team's performance in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
El-Sayegh also touched on the issue of Mohamed Bassam Ali, who was initially considered for a role in the new technical staff but was excluded due to not having the required A coaching license. In contrast, Mohamed Abdel Wahid was seen as a strong candidate to join the team. The changes in the national team's staff come ahead of crucial upcoming matches and the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
The timing of a recent post by Mohamed Salah, where he celebrated a win with his club Trabzonspor using a victory sign, was questioned by El-Sayegh. The analyst suggested that the timing of the post, which came after Hassan's dismissal, was not ideal. El-Sayegh also mentioned that there is a financial clause in Hassan's contract that will be invoked, and there will be no immediate honors or recognition for the departing coach.
El-Sayegh expressed his views on the current state of Egyptian football, highlighting the challenges faced by the national team and the importance of achieving a good performance in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations. The analyst emphasized that the team's success depends on various factors, including the cohesion of the team and the strategy employed by the new coaching staff.
The discussion on "Fi Al-Istad" reflects the ongoing changes and challenges in Egyptian football. With the national team set to face important matches, the appointment of Ali Maher as the new coach and the ongoing efforts to rebuild the team will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike. The coming period will be crucial in determining the team's prospects and the impact of the recent changes.
Key points
- The departure of coach Hosam Hassan was due to his strained relationships with key players and a personal family crisis.
- Carlos Queiroz was considered as a potential replacement but was not chosen.
- Ali Maher has been appointed as the new coach, with conditions in his contract related to the team's performance in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
