Egypt’s Supreme Council for Media Regulation (SCMR) has issued a decree banning national football team head coach Hossam Hassan from appearing across all media outlets governed by Press and Media Regulation Law No. 180 of 2018.
The decision takes immediate effect, following a turbulent period during which the manager dominated headlines and social media platforms due to public family disputes and controversial remarks regarding national team players.
Public feuds and personal controversies
Hassan’s media presence intensified following Egypt’s return from the 2026 World Cup.
His high-profile appearance alongside his ex-wife and their children on Mona al-Shazly’s talk show Ma’akum marked his final major televised interview before a series of escalating controversies:
- North Coast incident
Viral video clips recently surfaced showing a private domestic dispute involving Hassan in the North Coast.
- Prior media ban on former wife
Following public commentary by Dan Adam, the SCMR intervened in September to bar her from media appearances to protect personal privacy, preserve public standards, and maintain media ethics.
The council confirmed this ban remains strictly enforced amid ongoing legal proceedings between the former spouses.
- Dressing room friction and squad fallout
Beyond his personal life, Hassan drew heavy criticism within sports circles for unfiltered media statements regarding national team players.
His public comments sparked tension within the national squad during their AFCON qualification campaign, particularly ahead of their fixture against Angola.
Remarks directed at veteran goalkeeper Mohamed al-Shenawy drew widespread backlash, straining squad dynamics and provoking criticism from prominent sports figures.
Edited translation from Al-Masry Al-Youm
