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Egypt Fires National Team Coach Hossam Hassan Over Public Scandal
Egypt's national football team coach, Hossam Hassan, was fired on Saturday due to a public scandal involving his personal life and marital disputes. The Egyptian Football Association cited negative influence on the team's image as the reason for his dismissal.
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- 01Egypt's national football team coach Hossam Hassan was fired Saturday over a public scandal.
- 02The Egyptian Football Association cited negative influence on the team's image as the reason.
- 03Hassan, a former star player, coached the team for two years.
- 04The scandal involved his multiple marriages and public disputes.
- 05Private photos of his wives were reportedly leaked to the public.
Hassan, a celebrated former player, had coached the team for two years, leading them to the World Cup round of 16. The controversy involved public exchanges and leaked private photos, prompting calls for his removal.
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