Egyptian football icon Ahmed Hossam ‘Mido’ has been appointed the new coach of his home club Zamalek, the club announced on Tuesday.
“We have officially appointed Mido as the first team new head coach,” the club said in a statment late on Tuesday without disclosing any details.
The former Zamalek star succeeds Helmi Toulan, who was sacked after the team’s latest draw against Haras El-Hodoud 1-1 in the Egyptian league.
Toulan, who helped the team to its first silverware in five years by claiming the Egypt Cup last November, did not meet expectations because the squad is performing below par this season.
After four matches, the Whites are fourth in Group B table with 7 points, six behind leaders Ismaily.
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