Egypt: Hossam Hassan hospitalized after a family altercation

Thursday 20 August 2026 - 13:56

The coach of the Egyptian national team, Hossam Hassan, has reportedly been hospitalized after experiencing a health issue during a confrontation between his two wives. A sequence shared on social media has widely circulated the incident, which is said to have deeply affected the former Egyptian international.

An escalating incident

Hossam Hassan reportedly found himself at the center of a particularly tense family scene in recent days. According to information reported by several media outlets, a dispute between his two wives initially began as a verbal exchange before escalating into a physical confrontation.

A widely shared video on social media shows the two women in the midst of the altercation. Several individuals reportedly attempted to intervene to put an end to the confrontation.

The Pharaohs' coach himself is said to have tried to intervene. Deeply affected by the situation, he subsequently experienced a health issue before being transported to a medical facility.

Hospitalization after a health issue

The precise circumstances of his health condition have not been detailed in the available information. However, the incident reportedly necessitated medical attention following his collapse.

This hospitalization comes at a time when Hossam Hassan remains at the center of Egyptian sports news as the coach of the national team.

A tumultuous period for the coach

The former forward, an emblematic figure in Egyptian football, remains particularly exposed to the pressure related to his role with the Pharaohs.

His team notably suffered a painful elimination in the last World Cup, in the round of 16 against Argentina, after leading 2-0 before ultimately losing 3-2.

This time, however, it is not the pitch that is putting the Egyptian coach in the spotlight, but a private incident whose images have quickly circulated on social media.

A divorce announced

In connection with this matter, Hossam Hassan has also reportedly initiated divorce proceedings with his first wife, according to information reported by the media that broke this news.

Details regarding this separation remain limited and pertain to the private life of the coach.