📢 Possible Resignation Within the Refereeing Committee
Sports critic Ahmed Abdel Basit has revealed a potential development within the Egyptian Football Association’s main refereeing committee, claiming that one of its members could submit his resignation in the near future.
Abdel Basit wrote on his official Facebook account that, according to his information, one member of the Egyptian refereeing committee is expected to resign soon.
However, he did not identify the official involved or provide details about the reasons behind the possible resignation.
As a result, the identity of the potential outgoing member and the circumstances surrounding the reported decision remain unconfirmed pending an official announcement from the Egyptian Football Association or the refereeing committee.
⭐ Essam Abdel Fattah Heads the Committee
The Egyptian Football Association’s board, headed by Hany Abou Rida, appointed Essam Abdel Fattah as chairman of the main refereeing committee for the 2026-27 season. The committee’s structure was subsequently announced in August.
The announced structure included Gamal El-Ghandour and Samir Osman as deputy chairmen, with Wagih Ahmed and Mahmoud Ashour serving as members.
The committee is responsible for helping develop Egypt’s refereeing system, monitoring officials and improving their technical and administrative standards across domestic competitions.
🔥 Mystery Surrounds the Reported Departure
The reported resignation comes at a time when Egyptian football’s refereeing system is under considerable attention, particularly with several major league fixtures approaching.
No official confirmation of the reported resignation has been issued so far, while neither the identity of the potential departing member nor the reason for the decision has been disclosed.
Therefore, the information currently remains based on Abdel Basit’s report until an official statement provides further details.
🏆 Resignation Report Emerges Before Al Ahly vs Zamalek
The timing of the report is particularly notable because the Al Ahly vs Zamalek derby is approaching.
The two Cairo giants are scheduled to meet on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 8:00 PM Cairo time at Cairo International Stadium, in the sixth round of the Egyptian Premier League. The match is listed as the 133rd Cairo derby.
The refereeing arrangements for such a high-profile fixture are attracting significant attention as the committee seeks to provide an experienced officiating team for the encounter.
📺 Derby to Be Broadcast on On Sport
The Al Ahly-Zamalek clash will be broadcast by On Sport, which holds the domestic broadcasting rights for Egyptian Premier League matches.
For now, the reported resignation remains awaiting official confirmation, while attention will continue to focus on the refereeing committee and its preparations for the upcoming Cairo derby.
Could a resignation inside the refereeing committee affect preparations for the Al Ahly vs Zamalek derby? ⚽🔥
