Sport Local March 13, 2025

Crisis of the 130th Cairo Derby

The crisis surrounding the 130th Cairo derby between Al Ahly and Zamalek, which saw the absence of the Red Team, is more than just a sports event. It reflects deep-rooted rivalries and societal issues.


Crisis of the 130th Cairo Derby

The match between the Cairo clubs Al-Ahly and Zamalek, which is commonly referred to as the 'match of the century,' transcends the framework of an ordinary sporting event. The meeting turned out to be a real political and social event in Egypt.

This time, Al-Ahly could not take the field due to the lack of adequate conditions for holding the match. The Egyptian Football Association decided to postpone the match after fans and players of the teams were not satisfied with the conditions, which should have included rivalries.

Choosing a new date for the match will be a key step in resolving the conflict between the clubs and their fans. It is still unclear how the sides will be able to act in order to avoid similar incidents in the future.

One of the fans expressed his opinion on the situation: 'This cancellation has negative consequences for both teams, fans, and all of Egyptian football. It is necessary to find compromise solutions to avoid similar incidents and maintain the spirit of sportsmanship superiority.'