Modern Sport Ordered to Pay EGP 3.5 Million to Saad Samir After Appeal Rejected

The Egyptian Football Association’s Grievances Committee upheld the decision ordering Modern Sport Club to pay EGP 3.5 million to former Al Ahly player Saad Samir.

  Thu , July 16 2026 / 09:52 PM Updated At: 2026-07-16 21:52:31

Lawyer Hany Zohran, the legal representative of former Al Ahly player Saad Samir, confirmed that the Grievances Committee of the Egyptian Football Association issued a decision upholding the ruling of the Players’ Affairs Committee, which requires Modern Sport Club to pay EGP 3.5 million to the player. Zohran explained that the committee rejected the appeal submitted by the club, confirming Saad Samir’s right to receive the awarded amount.

Details of Saad Samir’s Financial Dispute with Modern Sport

The player’s lawyer explained that Saad Samir had previously filed an official complaint before the Players’ Affairs Committee of the Egyptian Football Association to claim his outstanding financial dues from Modern Sport Club. He stated that the player’s total financial claims amounted to approximately EGP 6 million, and after reviewing the submitted documents and evidence, the committee decided that the club must pay EGP 3.5 million.

Football Association Grievances Committee Decision

Lawyer Hany Zohran stated that Modern Sport Club filed an appeal against the Players’ Affairs Committee’s decision, requesting a review of the ruling. However, after examining the case, the Grievances Committee decided to uphold the previous ruling and reject the club’s appeal, confirming the player’s entitlement to the awarded amount.

Legal Steps to Enforce the Decision

Saad Samir’s defense confirmed that the necessary legal procedures will be taken to implement the decision issued by the competent committees of the Egyptian Football Association. The lawyer added that these steps aim to ensure the player receives his financial rights according to the final decision reached by the specialized authorities.

Saad Samir’s Football Career

Saad Samir is one of the players who had a notable career with Al Ahly Club, where he participated in many domestic and continental competitions before moving to other clubs. The financial dispute with Modern Sport is among several sports-related cases resolved through the official committees of the Football Association according to established regulations. FAQ

How much money is Modern Sport required to pay Saad Samir?

Modern Sport Club has been ordered to pay EGP 3.5 million to Saad Samir.

Why did Saad Samir file a complaint against Modern Sport?

He filed the complaint to claim his outstanding financial dues from the club.

Did the Grievances Committee accept Modern Sport’s appeal?

No, the committee rejected the appeal and upheld the Players’ Affairs Committee’s decision.

What happens after the decision?

The necessary legal procedures will be taken to enforce the ruling and ensure Saad Samir receives his financial dues.

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