Ali Maher breaks silence after landing Egypt coaching job

Newly appointed Egypt coach Ali Maher has expressed gratitude to the country’s football authorities following his appointment, while promising to build on the work of his predecessor, Hossam Hassan.

Maher was recently handed the responsibility of leading Egypt following the departure of Hassan and his technical team, bringing an end to the former striker’s spell in charge.

The new coach is expected to oversee the national team’s preparations for upcoming assignments, with expectations high for him to maintain Egypt’s position among Africa’s leading football nations.

Speaking in an interview with On Sport, Maher acknowledged the responsibility that comes with managing the Pharaohs and thanked President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi for his support of the country’s national football project.

He also highlighted the quality of Egyptian football, insisting that the domestic league has produced several outstanding players and coaches capable of contributing to the development of the national team.

Maher described himself as a product of Egyptian football and expressed his appreciation for the opportunities the domestic game has provided throughout his coaching career.

The former coach also paid tribute to Hossam Hassan, acknowledging the work accomplished by his predecessor and promising to continue from where he left off rather than disregard the foundations already established.

According to Maher, Egypt has the quality and resources to achieve greater success, stressing that the country deserves a national team capable of meeting the expectations of its supporters.

He admitted that the task ahead would not be straightforward, revealing that he has become accustomed to difficult challenges throughout his career. Nevertheless, he called on supporters, football stakeholders and other relevant parties to unite behind the national team.

Maher expressed particular confidence in the current generation of Egyptian footballers, describing it as the strongest group in the country’s history.