Egyptian players celebrated the contract renewal of coach Hossam Hassan and director Ibrahim Hassan until 2030. The extension secures their leadership for the upcoming Arab Games cycle.
From players to coaches, Egypt's national team celebrated the twin brothers Hossam and Ibrahim Hassan after their contracts were extended until 2030.
Known as "the twins" in football circles, Hossam serves as head coach while Ibrahim acts as the technical director. Both bring over three decades of experience and have helped raise the Pharaohs' profile in regional competitions.
Contract details
The General Sports Authority in Cairo announced a new agreement that runs through the 2030 Arab Games. The deal includes:
- Hossam Hassan remaining as head coach.
- Ibrahim Hassan staying as technical director.
- A 15% increase in annual salaries.
- A youth development program overseen by the duo.
A modest ceremony was held at the federation headquarters, attended by all squad members and a few media officials. Players raised banners with thank‑you messages and posed for photos with the twins.
The renewal is seen as a sign of technical stability ahead of the 2029 Arab Games, allowing more time for tactical and physical preparation. Egypt also aims to improve its FIFA ranking and secure a strong showing in the 2034 World Cup qualifiers.
Sources say the decision followed a review of the team's recent qualifying performance, which recorded five wins and three draws, reinforcing the administration's confidence in the twins' ability to meet future objectives.
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