7 Sports Headlines You Shouldn’t Miss Today in Egypt 🇪🇬
Egypt’s sports scene on Sunday, October 19, 2025, was full of big updates — from Imam Ashour’s continued absence at Al Ahly, to Zamalek preparing for the Decidaha return leg, and the club’s urgent moves to resolve financial issues.
Egyptian sports fans witnessed a busy day full of major developments 🏆.
Al Ahly midfielder Imam Ashour continues to miss his team’s upcoming match against Al Ittihad in the Nile League. The player will undergo new medical tests today after suffering from a type A virus, to determine when he can return to full training ❤️⚽.
Meanwhile, Zamalek will welcome back midfielder Mohamed Shehata for the return leg against Somalia’s Dekedaha next Friday at Al Salam Stadium, in the CAF Confederation Cup Round of 32, after missing the previous game 💪.
A source from Pyramids FC revealed that winger Ramadan Sobhi will travel to Germany in the coming days at his own expense to check on his knee injury, ensuring no financial burden on the club ✈️🇩🇪.
Elsewhere, Al Ahly’s squad arrived in Cairo this morning after defeating Burundi’s Eagle Noir in the first leg of the CAF Champions League Round of 32, taking a big step toward qualification 🔴✨.
In Zamalek, the board has started taking urgent steps to rescue the club from more financial troubles after Morocco’s Ittihad Tangier filed an official complaint with FIFA over delayed payments related to player Abdelhamid Maali’s transfer 💰⚖️.
The club is also waiting for formal offers to decide the future of defender Hossam Abdel-Meguid ahead of the winter transfer window 🌍⚽.
Lastly, Egypt national team coach Hossam Hassan and his twin brother Ibrahim Hassan will travel to the UAE on November 4 to attend the Egyptian Super Cup, which will take place in Abu Dhabi from November 6 to 9, featuring Al Ahly, Zamalek, Pyramids, and Ceramica 🇪🇬🏟️.
The Premier League Player of the Month award for April 2026 features a strong competition, with Rayan Cherki emerging as one of the standout nominees after his impressive performances with Manchester City.
British reports reveal new developments regarding Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool amid rising tension and potential summer exit.
Zamalek handball team finished third in the Egypt Cup after defeating Heliopolis 32-28, claiming a well-earned bronze medal.
Zamalek’s management is reportedly preparing special financial incentives for players in case of victory against Al Ahly in the highly anticipated Egyptian derby.
