Egypt's new national team head coach, Ali Maher, has announced his full backroom staff following a meeting with officials from the Egyptian Football Association on Sunday, November 8, 2026.

The meeting confirmed the names and responsibilities of the staff members who will work alongside Maher as Egypt begins a new chapter following Hossam Hassan's departure.

The new coaching team will focus on preparing the players for upcoming international matches, including the two fixtures against Malawi.

Egypt's New Coaching Staff

Ali Maher has appointed Mohamed Abdel Karim as general coach, while Bassem Ali will serve as assistant coach.

Mostafa Fathy has been selected as the team's goalkeeping coach.

The technical staff also includes Mahmoud Selim and Abdel Rahman El-Zoghby as performance analysts.

Their responsibilities will include reviewing player performances, studying opponents, and preparing technical reports to support the coaching team's match preparations.

Diego Giacchino and Wael Raafat will oversee physical conditioning and training loads.

They will be responsible for planning fitness sessions and monitoring the players' physical readiness during training camps and matches.

Shaaban Bastawisy has been appointed general team coordinator, while Mina Sameh and Ali Mohamed Ali will handle administrative responsibilities.

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Their work will focus on organizing team activities, managing arrangements during training camps, and supporting the daily operations of the national team.

Medical and Administrative Staff Confirmed

Maher's appointments also cover the medical, media, security, and support departments, completing the structure of Egypt's new national team staff.

Dr.Mohamed Abou El-Ela will lead the medical department, supported by Ahmed Matar and Mostafa Sedky as physiotherapists.

Badr Emam will work as a rehabilitation specialist, while Mohamed Mahmoud and Wael Salah will be responsible for massage therapy and helping players recover after training sessions and matches.

The media department will include Mohamed Abbas as media coordinator and Mohamed Abdel Halim as team photographer.

Omar Rawash has been appointed security coordinator, while Mahmoud Soliman, Alaa Said, and Ahmed Hassan will manage the team's equipment and supplies.

Mohamed Farahat will serve as the team chef, completing the support staff responsible for the players' daily needs.

The full list was confirmed following Maher's meeting with Egyptian Football Association officials, where preparations for the next international fixtures and the organization of upcoming training camps were discussed.

Egypt will now prepare for their two matches against Malawi under the new coaching staff.

These fixtures will provide an early opportunity to assess Maher's approach, his technical decisions, and the team's progress as it enters a new period under his leadership.