Egypt coach Hossam Hassan dismisses departure speculations

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has dismissed reports suggesting he could leave his position, insisting that his private life should not be linked to the assessment of his professional responsibilities.

In an interview with Egyptian outlet Telegraph Egypt on Friday, November 6, the 59-year-old questioned the source of the rumours surrounding his future with the national team.

“I do not know who is promoting the news of my departure from the Egypt national team in this way,” he said.

Hassan also expressed frustration over attempts to connect reports about his marital disagreements to his work as Egypt coach, arguing that his professional performance should be the basis for evaluating his responsibilities.

Hassan rejects links between personal life and coaching role

The Egypt coach questioned why matters concerning his private life had become part of discussions about his position with the national team.

He said he had maintained a policy of avoiding media appearances and had never publicly discussed issues involving his family.

“What do my marital disagreements have to do with my work?” he asked.

Hassan also insisted that he had never spoken publicly about his family, adding: “I have not said a single word about my family.”

He maintained that his performance, relationship with players and the national team’s results should determine how his work is assessed.

Egypt begin preparations for next training camp

Beyond addressing the rumours, Hassan discussed the national team’s recent achievements and preparations for its upcoming commitments.

He said he had not spoken publicly about the team’s achievement following its return from the United States, adding that the recent period had given the coaching staff an opportunity to identify promising players who could contribute to Egyptian football in the coming years.

Hassan also confirmed that preparations for the next national team camp were already underway.

According to the coach, the team director recently met Egyptian Football Association president Hany Abou Rida to discuss arrangements and plans for the next phase.

Egypt coach defends approach to discipline

Hassan also defended his technical staff’s approach to discipline and player management, describing both as important responsibilities within the national team setup.

He argued that maintaining discipline and making the best use of players’ abilities should not become reasons for criticism.

The coach also pointed to the responsibility of Egyptian clubs to manage their players properly and ensure their abilities are being utilised effectively.

His comments come amid previous tensions involving his relationship with Egyptian clubs, particularly following his remarks about Al Ahly goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy.