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Al Ahly reportedly close to sealing Morocco’s Banoun deal
Reports have appeared in both the Moroccan and Egyptian press stating that Al Ahly had completed its agreement with its Moroccan counterpart to take on the 26-year-old player, whose contract with Raja extends until 2022
Al-Ittihad stops Al Ahly’s winning streak in Egypt Premier League
It seems that Al-Ittihad Al-Sakandary SC have managed to anger Al Ahly fans twice in only one week.
Pandemic hits summer transfer market as clubs stumble financially
Europe’s top clubs fail to break penalty clause for Messi, Real Madrid aspires to sign Mbappé
Former Zamalek volleyball star Azmy Megahed passes away of COVID-19
Azmy Megahed had been voted as one of top 10 players at the World Cup in 1975, and one of the top 10 athletes in Egypt in 1978
We aim to be among world’s top eight teams: Egyptian Handball Federation Chief
COVID-19 has affected all teams competing, but only the best recover quickly: Hisham Nasr
Egypt dazzles in World Handball Championship draw at Giza Pyramids
National team finds itself in strong group with Sweden and Czech Republic, balanced confrontations for Arab teams
CAF lends support to EFA in search for missing trophies
In a post on its official Twitter account, CAF said, “[We have] learnt with shock, reports of missing AFCON trophies from the Egyptian Football Association secretariat. Our doors are open and the EFA can count on our support in the search for the priceless memorabilia.”
IOC “carefully optimistic” about Tokyo 2020 and Beijing 2022
Tokyo 2020 Olympics was postponed by one year for first time in Olympic history, a lot of work remains between now and the rescheduled summer of 2021
Rumour mill suggests Messi’s potential imminent Barcelona departure for Man City
The Barcelona captain has been at the centre of a swirl of rumours that he is looking for a new challenge in his football career, and is looking to make the transfer list.
Zamalek, Pyramids compete for second place in Egyptian Premier League
A Franco-Croatian confrontation outside the lines between Carteron and Ante Cacic
Egypt to host Handball World Cup draw in front of Giza Pyramids
Draw ceremony will take place on 5 September, with tournament occurring on 14-31 January 2021
Egypt’s Sports Minister leads cycling marathon in New Port Said Tunnels
A group of young Egyptians and several ministerial officials also participated in the marathon.
Zamalek seeks to continue its undefeated run in Egyptian Premier League
After a sterling performance on Sunday at the Cairo derby against their traditional rivals Al Ahly, the White Knights will play face strong Al Mokawloon at the El Entag El Harby Stadium.
UCL final defeat shows PSG that money alone is not enough
PSG owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi pumps €1bn into PSG, but reaps nothing
Al Ahly’s forward Marwan Mohsen finds himself outcast following protests
The incident occurred late in the second half, when Mohsen did not pick up on a pass from his Senegalese teammate, Aliou Badji, as he believed himself to be offside in front of the opposing team’s goal.
Chelsea leads the way in summer transfer window 2020
FIFA previously banned Blues from new signings during transfer periods of summer 2019, winter 2020
Egypt allocates EGP 900m to youth establishments in FY 2020/21: Minister Ashraf Sobhy
Three developers competed for Cairo Stadium development, Youth and Sports Ministry to decide best offer, says Sobhy
Egypt government discusses technological preparations for hosting Handball World Cup
Championship to be held in Cairo, New Administrative Capital, 6th of October city, and Borg El-Arab city in Alexandria
Egypt allocates EGP 3.7bn for hosting World Handball Cup: Sports Minister
Championship to be held in January 2021 with participation of 32 teams
Lewandowski on his way to breaking Ronaldo’s record
Never before had a player scored that many goals for a German club in Champions League. 53 goals in 44 games of all competitions make Lewandowski Europe’s current leading striker.
Champions League make or break for Barca, Setien on Saturday
Barca go into the game after disappointing in the return to football in La Liga, which saw a 2-point lead over Real Madrid turn into a five point deficit
Sports Ministry launches Phase 2 of ‘Your Bike Your Health’ initiative
The move comes as part of steps taken by the Egyptian government to encourage citizens to use bicycles as part of their daily lives. Steps have also been taken to ensure that they can be purchased at reduced prices, with payment facilities in place to encourage citizens.
Egyptian Premier League returns after 148-day COVID-19 induced pause
Egyptian Premier League has faced many crises in the current season, the most notable of which is the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. This has caused all sporting events in Egypt, and worldwide, to grind to a halt for the better part of 148 days.
Al-Sisi approves extending Egypt’s host of CAF headquarters for 10 years
The agreement was signed on 12 February by CAF President Ahmad Ahmad and Egypt’s Minister of Sports and Youth Ashraf Sobhi. It was later approved by Egypt’s Parliament, giving CAF immunities and privileges similar to those granted to international organisations and diplomatic missions.
CAF readopts home-away format for Champions League semis
In a statement, on Monday, CAF announced the final calendar for both semi-final matches, as well as the finals of both the Confederation Cup and Champions League.
Ex-Zamalek player sparks controversy with comments on favouritism in African football
Al Ahly players weighed in on the controversy, as well, saying that they have won tournaments on the back of their players’ “sweat and efforts”, as well as the support of the team’s fans.
Handball team begins World Cup preparations at Red Sea camp
The extended closed camp, which is to be held at a Red Sea location, yet to be confirmed as either Hurghada or Sharm El-Sheikh, in August, is to act as a run-up to the championships, which are due to be held in Egypt in January of 2021.
EFA rejects calls for delaying local league due to COVID-19
The committee’s statements come following an increase in the number of players who have confirmed their infection with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the past few days. One of the notable football players who have tested positive for the coronavirus was Al Ahly’s Hamdy Fathy, who had participated in team training before his diagnosis.
EPL final day sees intensive contest over UEFA competitions spots
Final round of matches also represents make-or-break moment for teams facing relegation
Hamilton wins F1 Hungarian Grand Prix
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton took his second win of the 2020 Formula 1 season at Hungarian GP, while Max Verstappen took second despite