In the wake of regrettable incidents during the Masry vs. Ismaily match at the Borg El Arab Stadium, security forces at the African Company have successfully intervened, diffusing tensions between the fans of the two teams and preventing a potential escalation of the crisis.
As clashes erupted between the supporters, security teams swiftly moved towards the crowd, managing to separate the rival factions, promptly restoring order and safeguarding lives.
The highly anticipated derby between Masry and Ismaily witnessed fan clashes in the stands of the Borg El Arab Stadium during the tenth round of the league.
The skirmish involved the hurling of chairs between the supporters of both teams, prompting security forces to swiftly control the situation, preventing any damages to the stadium.
Ahmed Diab, the president of the Egyptian Clubs Association, expressed his regret for the disturbances that occurred following the Masry vs. Ismaily match in the Nile League.
He affirmed that the security teams of the African Company effectively contained the situation within seconds.
Salah Aqad, a correspondent for On Time Sport, also confirmed the quick intervention of the security teams, preventing a catastrophe.
The Professional Egyptian Clubs Association will make decisions regarding the disturbances that marred the Masry vs. Ismaily match after reviewing the match referee’s and observer’s reports.
The regulations of the Professional Egyptian Clubs Association stipulate penalties for fan misconduct, ranging from the prohibition of attendance at several matches for those proven to be involved in rioting, accompanied by a financial fine on the club amounting to 100,000 Egyptian pounds.
The club is also held responsible for covering the costs of repairing damages to the stadium.
The Ismaily team initially took the lead with a goal from Abdelrahman Magdy, but the Tunisian Fakhreddine Ben Youssef equalized for Masry in the 85th minute.
Following the equalizer, fan disturbances erupted between the two groups, prompting security intervention to ensure the safety and orderliness of the match.
