All tickets released for the highly anticipated Al Ahly vs Zamalek clash have officially sold out ahead of the match, which is scheduled for Sunday evening in the sixth round of the Egyptian Premier League.
The ticketing process attracted strong demand from supporters of both clubs, with all available tickets allocated to Al Ahly and Zamalek fans selling out across the different stadium categories within hours.
Strong Demand for the Derby Tickets
Ticket sales opened on Tuesday evening, giving supporters of both Egyptian football giants the opportunity to secure seats for one of the most anticipated matches of the season.
The tickets were quickly sold out as fans rushed to attend the derby, highlighting the enormous popularity surrounding Al Ahly and Zamalek encounters.
Rade Obrenovic Selected to Referee the Derby
Meanwhile, former referees committee chairman Essam Abdel-Fattah revealed details about the selection of Slovenian referee Rade Obrenovic to officiate the Al Ahly-Zamalek clash.
Abdel-Fattah explained that the referees committee made every possible effort to appoint a highly experienced international referee for the important fixture.
World Cup Referees Were Contacted
Abdel-Fattah said the committee contacted several referees who had previously officiated at the World Cup.
However, some of those referees declined the assignment because they were scheduled to officiate UEFA Champions League matches shortly afterward.
The tight scheduling, with some Champions League commitments taking place just 24 hours later, prevented those referees from traveling to Egypt for the derby.
Rade Obrenovic Is Considered an Elite Referee
Abdel-Fattah confirmed that Slovenian referee Rade Obrenovic is regarded as an elite-level official with significant international experience.
His appointment reflects the committee’s intention to select a referee capable of handling the pressure and intensity associated with one of the biggest matches in Egyptian football.
Why Is the Referee Appointment Important?
Al Ahly vs Zamalek matches attract enormous attention across Egyptian football, making the choice of referee one of the key issues ahead of the fixture.
The match requires an official with strong experience in handling high-pressure situations, decisive calls and the intense atmosphere surrounding the derby.
When Is Al Ahly vs Zamalek?
Al Ahly and Zamalek are scheduled to meet on Sunday evening in the sixth round of the Egyptian Premier League.
The match has already generated major fan interest, reflected by the rapid sell-out of all available tickets.
Have Al Ahly vs Zamalek tickets sold out?
Yes. All tickets released for supporters of both clubs across the available stadium categories have sold out.
When did the tickets sell out?
The tickets sold out within hours of sales opening amid strong demand from both fan bases.
Who is refereeing Al Ahly vs Zamalek?
Slovenian referee Rade Obrenovic has been selected to officiate the match.
Why were other elite referees not selected?
Essam Abdel-Fattah said several World Cup-experienced referees were unavailable because they were scheduled to officiate Champions League matches shortly afterward.
Is Rade Obrenovic an elite referee?
Yes. Abdel-Fattah described the Slovenian official as an elite referee with extensive international experience.
