Sportsnet.ca. Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has been sacked for what the soccer federation cites as “a negative impact on the positive image of the team.” The. EFA has dismissed national team coach Hossam Hassan following a series of controversies that raised concerns about the team’s image. The Egyptian Football Association EFA has officially announced the dismissal of Hossam Hassan as head coach of the national team on Saturday 7 November 2026 bringing.