Wagih Ahmed and Azab Haggag Take Temporary Charge of Referees Committee.. Candidates Revealed
The Egyptian Football Association has assigned Wagih Ahmed and Dr. Azab Haggag to manage the Referees Committee temporarily, while several candidates are being considered to replace Oscar Ruiz.
New Battle Begins to Choose Egypt Referees Committee Chairman ⚽🔥
The Egyptian Football Association’s Referees Committee is entering a new administrative phase after the departure of Colombian referee expert Oscar Ruiz, as the federation’s board begins reviewing several candidates to take charge of the committee in the upcoming period.
The EFA decided to thank the members of the Referees Committee and the technical committee for referees in recognition of their efforts during the previous season, as part of a plan to reorganize the Egyptian refereeing system and prepare for the new football season. 🏆✨
The federation is searching for a strong figure capable of leading the next stage, either by appointing a foreign expert with major international experience or by giving an experienced Egyptian referee the opportunity to manage the committee.
Wagih Ahmed and Azab Haggag Manage Affairs Temporarily 📢
The Egyptian Football Association decided to assign Wagih Ahmed and Dr. Azab Haggag the responsibility of running the Referees Committee temporarily until the new chairman is officially selected.
The duo will supervise all administrative matters related to referees, in addition to following up on preparations for the upcoming season.
The next period is expected to include training camps for referees, featuring technical and physical tests, with the aim of preparing match officials in the best possible way before the start of official competitions. ⚽🔥
Two Directions Inside EFA for Selecting New Chairman 🏆
A source inside the Egyptian Football Association revealed that there is an internal direction supporting the continued appointment of a foreign expert to lead the Referees Committee.
Supporters of this option believe the new chairman should have a strong resume and international experience that can help Egyptian referees benefit from modern refereeing methods and global developments.
On the other hand, another group inside the federation believes experienced Egyptian referees should be given the opportunity to lead the committee, especially with the presence of local figures who have extensive experience in refereeing and administration. ⭐
Strong Names Considered to Replace Oscar Ruiz 🔥
Several names have emerged as possible candidates to replace Colombian Oscar Ruiz as chairman of the Referees Committee, with the federation studying more than one option before making the final decision.
Former referee Essam Abdel Fattah is among the names being considered for the position, despite his current involvement with the Syrian Football Association’s refereeing committee alongside Mohamed Khater and Hamdy El-Kady.
The list of candidates also includes Samir Osman and Yasser Abdel Raouf, who both have significant experience in Egyptian refereeing.
Meanwhile, former referees committee chairman Gamal El-Ghandour has been excluded from the candidates list due to his current contract with a television channel.
A New Phase to Develop Egyptian Refereeing ⚽✨
The Egyptian Football Association aims to choose a referees committee chairman capable of leading the development process, especially since refereeing remains one of the most important issues receiving attention from clubs and football fans.
The upcoming stage requires a clear strategy focused on improving referee performance, increasing practical training, and benefiting from both local and international expertise to create a more stable refereeing system.
Egyptian referees are now waiting for the final decision regarding the identity of the new committee chairman, especially with the new season approaching and the need to prepare all officials properly. 🏆
Final Decision Will Shape the Future of Egyptian Refereeing 🔥
The EFA board continues to study all available options before officially announcing the new chairman of the Referees Committee, aiming to select the right person capable of leading the next stage and achieving development goals.
Between choosing a foreign expert or relying on Egyptian expertise, the main objective remains building a strong refereeing system that ensures fairness on the pitch and restores confidence among all football stakeholders.
💬 Share your opinion… Who is the best choice to lead the Egyptian Referees Committee in the coming period? ⚽🔥
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