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FIFA suspends Egypt's head coach over criticism of World Cup referee

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Briefings

FIFA suspended Egypt's head coach Hossam Hassan for three matches following his criticism of a World Cup referee during the 2026 tournament. The suspension was imposed by the governing body for the specific incident involving the referee's conduct.

Key points

• Egypt's head coach Hossam Hassan received a three-match suspension from FIFA for criticizing a referee during the 2026 World Cup.
• The suspension applies to the specific match where the criticism occurred, as the governing body did not specify a broader disciplinary period.

Context

This suspension occurred during the 2026 World Cup, where FIFA's disciplinary actions are strictly tied to the specific incident rather than a general policy change.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to the specific incident where the coach criticized the referee; no other disciplinary history or broader context regarding FIFA's suspension policies is provided.

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