Ali Maher among the top candidates to replace Hossam Hassan as Egypt coach

The file for the new head coach of the Egypt national team has entered a decisive phase, as the Egyptian Football Association has called an emergency meeting for its board members to discuss a potential replacement for Hossam Hassan, amid rapid developments regarding his future with the Pharaohs.

Discussions within the Football Association are witnessing a disagreement over the final wording of the anticipated statement, whether to announce gratitude to Hossam Hassan and his coaching staff or to reveal their resignation from their positions.

At the same time, attention is turning to the identity of the interim coach who will take charge of the national team, with a list of three candidates: Ali Maher, Moamen Soliman, and Hossam Hassan.

Ali Maher is among the top candidates to take over the role, awaiting the outcome of discussions by the Football Association's board and the final decision regarding the coaching leadership of the national team in the upcoming phase.