Egypt coach Hossam Hassan hospitalised after reported altercation involving wives [Video]

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has reportedly been hospitalised after fainting following a heated family dispute at a popular establishment on the country’s northern coast.

The incident, reported by Al-Arabiya, is said to have occurred in a public place in recent hours, with the confrontation quickly attracting attention after details of the dramatic scene spread on social media.

Brawl Between Egypt Manager Hossam Hassan’s Wives Ends in His Collapse and Police Intervention

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According to the report, an argument involving Hassan’s two wives, Howaida Al-Gharbawi and Dan Adam, escalated into a physical altercation.

Witnesses reportedly watched as the disagreement developed into a confrontation among tables at the establishment, prompting several people to intervene in an attempt to restore order.

Hassan is said to have become overwhelmed by the situation before fainting. He was subsequently taken to a medical centre for treatment.

The incident has generated significant discussion in Egypt, with footage and reports surrounding the altercation circulating widely online.

The episode has also reportedly had consequences for Hassan’s personal life.

According to the reports, the Egypt coach has decided to divorce his first wife, Al-Gharbawi, following the dispute.

Al-Gharbawi has since spoken publicly about the incident, telling Al-Arabiya that she would not disclose details of what happened inside the family.

“The secrets of the house will remain inside and will not leave it even after the divorce,” she was quoted as saying.

The reported incident comes only weeks after Hassan guided Egypt through the 2026 Fifa World Cup, where the national team faced the pressure and scrutiny associated with competing on football’s biggest stage.

Hassan, one of the most prominent figures in Egyptian football, returned to the national team coaching role in 2024 after previously serving as head coach on several occasions.

The 60-year-old is also a legendary figure as a player, having formed a celebrated partnership with his twin brother, Ibrahim Hassan, during a distinguished playing career.

The latest incident has nevertheless shifted attention away from football, with the reported altercation becoming one of the most discussed stories in Egypt in recent days.

Details about Hassan’s current condition and the circumstances surrounding the reported divorce have not been independently established beyond the reports cited above.