Ahmed Samy has stepped down as head coach of Smouha SC following the club’s recent 1-0 loss to Ghazl El Mahallah in the Egyptian Premier League play-offs.
The 52-year-old tactician, who took charge of the Alexandria-based side on 27 January 2023, leaves his role after overseeing a mixed spell at the helm.
His departure, confirmed by the club’s management, brings an end to a tenure marked by both moments of promise and periods of inconsistency.
Samy, a former left-back in Egyptian football, had implemented a 4-2-3-1 formation as his preferred tactical setup throughout his time in charge.
Over the course of 81 matches with Smouha, he recorded 31 victories, 17 draws and 33 defeats, amassing a total of 110 points during his stint.
His dismissal follows a string of underwhelming results, with the latest setback—Friday’s narrow defeat to Ghazl El Mahallah—proving the final straw for the club’s leadership as they aim to avoid further struggles in the league.
The defeat was Smouha’s second match in the 2024–25 play-off phase, and the team currently sits fifth in the relegation standings with just 20 points.
While Samy’s next destination remains unknown, the experienced coach is expected to attract interest from other clubs within the Egyptian football landscape.
His managerial résumé already includes stints with El Geish, Ceramica Cleopatra and Nogoom FC, showcasing his established presence in the domestic coaching circuit.
Smouha SC will now begin the process of identifying a successor to steady the ship as the league season continues.
With survival in the top flight hanging in the balance, the club faces a crucial period of transition, both in leadership and on the pitch.
No official comment has yet been made regarding potential replacements, but the club’s focus is firmly on reshaping their campaign under new guidance.
As for Samy, his exit from Smouha marks another chapter in his coaching journey—one that has seen both highs and challenges.
With his experience and tactical acumen, it is likely only a matter of time before he returns to the dugout elsewhere in the Egyptian Premier League.
