Ahmed Hossam “Mido” has declared that Zamalek will pursue all legal avenues if the Egyptian Football Association fails to enforce the three-point deduction penalty on Al Ahly for missing the Cairo derby.
The former Egypt international and current member of Zamalek’s planning committee spoke on ON Sport, where he stressed that the club would not relinquish what it believes are its rightful claims.
“If a decision is issued not to deduct three points from Al Ahly, Zamalek will not give up its rights, and we have a specialized legal team to defend them using all possible legal means,” Mido stated firmly.
The controversy stems from Al Ahly’s no-show in the highly anticipated league fixture against Zamalek, a breach that, under existing regulations, should result in a points deduction.
As the football governing body deliberates the outcome, tensions have risen between the two Cairo giants.
In a pointed message to the decision-makers, Mido questioned the integrity of any ruling that might deviate from the established rulebook.
“But the most important question is… How do you feel when you violate the regulations and do not apply justice? If you make a decision like this?” he asked.
Zamalek, meanwhile, is facing its own set of disciplinary challenges.
The club was recently hit with a transfer ban across three consecutive windows, as reflected in the updated FIFA Transfer Matching System (TMS) database.
According to the latest enforcement, the ban will commence this coming summer and extend through the following winter and summer transfer periods, covering up to the 2026–2027 season.
The sanction can be lifted if Zamalek provides documented evidence of settling its financial obligations — including unpaid dues and fines — either directly or through resolution with the aggrieved parties.
Despite their off-field troubles, Zamalek remains resolute in defending its interests within the league, particularly in response to what it sees as a potential miscarriage of justice regarding Al Ahly.
As the Egyptian Football Association prepares to announce its final ruling, the spotlight remains fixed on whether the regulations will be upheld — and whether Zamalek will escalate its case further if they are not.
