Egypt coach Hossam Hassan extends contract through 2030
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- Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has extended his contract through 2030, the Egyptian Football Association said.
- Hassan guided Egypt to the 2026 World Cup round of 16, the country’s first World Cup victory, and the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semifinals.
- Egypt will play Angola and South Sudan in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying on Sept. 25 and 29.
Hossam Hassan will remain Egypt’s coach through 2030 after renewing his contract with the Egyptian Football Association.
The 60-year-old led Egypt to the round of 16 at this year’s World Cup. Egypt took a two-goal lead against eventual finalists Argentina before losing 3-2.
Under Hassan, Egypt also recorded its first World Cup victory by beating New Zealand. The team reached the semifinals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Hassan, who took charge in 2024, said in June that he had been working without a contract since February 2026. His next competitive fixtures will come in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying, with Egypt scheduled to face Angola and South Sudan on Sept. 25 and 29.
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