The Egyptian Football Association held a meeting on Monday, October 12, 2026, to discuss several matters related to national teams and development of the association's work. The meeting, led by Hani Abu Rida, the association's president, and Khaled El-Derandeli, his deputy, focused on providing a suitable environment for the technical staff in light of the upcoming African qualifiers. The association aims to promote stability within the national team and gain support from Egyptian football fans.
The association's board was briefed on the discussions between Abu Rida, El-Derandeli, and national team manager Hossam Hassan. The meeting aimed to purify the atmosphere and promote stability within the team. This comes after Egypt's national team secured a win against South Sudan in the second round of African qualifiers and a goalless draw against Angola in the first round.
The association's board reviewed reports from national teams, including the senior national team, and teams for players born in 2007 and 2009. They also discussed the team's performance in recent matches and plans for upcoming games. The board approved the technical program for teams born in 2005 and 2010 as part of preparations for upcoming competitions.
The board also approved the formation of a national team for players under 15 years old to participate in the World Cup in Azerbaijan. Additionally, they approved the formation of a national team for players under 17 years old to participate in the World Cup in Qatar, led by Walid Dweib.
The association also agreed to send a team of players born in 2010 to participate in the North Africa Cup in Tunisia, led by Mustafa Abu Zahra. These decisions reflect the association's efforts to develop youth teams and prepare them for international competitions.
The meeting's outcomes demonstrate the association's commitment to promoting stability and improving performance within national teams. The association's leadership aims to provide a supportive environment for teams to succeed in upcoming matches and tournaments.
Key points from the meeting include a focus on promoting stability within the national team, approving technical programs for youth teams, and preparing teams for upcoming international competitions. The association's efforts aim to enhance Egypt's football performance and gain support from fans.
Key points
- Egyptian Football Association holds meeting to discuss national team stability and upcoming matches
- Association aims to promote stability within national team and gain support from Egyptian football fans
- Board approves technical programs for youth teams and preparations for international competitions
