Egypt’s head coach Hossam Hassan banned from all broadcast platforms by media council

Egypt's Supreme Council for Media Regulation (SCMR) has decreed that national football team head coach Hossam Hassan is barred from appearing on all media platforms under the Press and Media Regulation Law No. 180 of 2018. This ban comes into effect immediately, following a series of personal and professional controversies that have dominated the headlines and social media.

Hassan's media predicament escalated after Egypt's return from the 2026 World Cup. He was seen on talk show Ma'akum with his ex-wife and their children, marking his last major televised interview before a string of escalating controversies. The most recent incident involves a private domestic dispute in the North Coast, where viral video clips have surfaced.

Previously, in September, the SCMR had banned Hassan's ex-wife from media appearances to safeguard her privacy, uphold public standards, and maintain media ethics. This ban remains in place despite the ongoing legal proceedings between the couple. Within the sports community, Hassan's public comments, including remarks directed at veteran goalkeeper Mohamed al-Shenawy, fueled tension within the national squad, especially leading up to their fixture against Angola.

These unfiltered media statements have strained squad dynamics and provoked criticism from prominent sports figures.