{
  "id": 19813360,
  "title": "Egypt sacks coach Hossam after viral brawl between his wives",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/egypt-sacks-coach-hossam-after-viral-brawl-between-his-wives",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-13T13:14:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/11/1577073/egypt-sacks-coach-hossam-after-viral-brawl-between-his-wives"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Wednesday, the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) announced the dismissal of head coach Hossam Hassan due to a public brawl involving his two wives, as reported by The New Arab. The EFA board of directors concluded that the incident tarnished the image of the national team, leading to the termination of Hassan's contract. Ali Maher, the current manager of Ceramica Cleopatra, will assume head coach responsibilities. The decision came after a board meeting aimed at addressing the negative media coverage surrounding Hassan's personal life. Just prior to this, Egypt's Supreme Council for Media Regulation had barred Hassan from appearing on television or granting interviews following the August altercation. A video of the violent confrontation between the two women at a high-end hotel café on Egypt's northern coast went viral on social media platforms. An eyewitness account in The Sun described the dispute as escalating into physical violence, prompting bystanders to contact the police. Hassan reportedly fainted while attempting to separate the combatants. Local media outlets subsequently reported that Hassan had since divorced his first wife, Howaida al-Gharbawy. Prior to the incident, Hassan had been commended for guiding Egypt to the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup, marking the team's first appearance in the knockout stage. The EFA appealed to Egyptian football fans to maintain their support for the national team during this period of transition.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) has sacked national head coach Hossam Hassan following a public altercation between his two wives.",
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}