7 Must-Know Sports Headlines Today: Al-Ahly and Zamalek in Transfer Moves, Egypt Cup, and CAF Champions League
Saturday, November 15, 2025, witnessed several important sports events, including Al-Ahly and Zamalek’s transfer market updates, player fitness checks, Egypt Cup draw, and CAF Champions League match notices.
On Saturday, November 15, 2025, several notable sports events took place. Al-Ahly officials held a meeting with Danish coach Jes Thorup to discuss the players expected to leave during the upcoming winter transfer window, following his return from a vacation abroad.
At Zamalek, Tunisian player Seifeddine Jaziri’s prospects of staying with the club increased after his recent form improved, prompting the club to cancel plans to sell him during the winter transfer period.
In medical news, Al-Ahly defender Yassin Merai underwent a fitness test to determine his readiness for the upcoming match against JS Kabylie, after being temporarily excluded from Egypt’s second team due to muscle fatigue.
Belgian coach Yannick Ferreira, former Zamalek manager, left Cairo after failing to reach an agreement with the club over his overdue payments, with plans to file an official claim with FIFA.
In the Egypt Cup, the round of 32 draw set Al-Ahly against Al Masry Telecom and Zamalek against Baladiyat El Mahalla, while teams and officials observed a minute of silence for former Zamalek star Mohamed Sabry who passed away.
Pyramids FC received official notice from the CAF regarding the date and referees for their group stage match against Rivers United of Nigeria in the CAF Champions League.
Additionally, Jes Thorup agreed with Al-Ahly midfielder Emam Ashour on a gradual return to match participation starting with the match against JS Kabylie, ensuring optimal preparation for the player.
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Turkish media reports have revealed new details about Besiktas’ negotiations with Mohamed Salah and the possibility of the Egyptian star joining the Turkish league after leaving Liverpool.
Spanish stars Gavi and Fabian Ruiz received a special tribute in their hometown of Los Palacios after Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
CAF President Patrice Motsepe announced that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will feature 28 teams instead of 24 to increase competition.
Turkish reports claim President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is monitoring Besiktas’ efforts to sign Mohamed Salah during the summer transfer window.



