It appears that the Egyptian Football Federation (EFA) has once again decided to cancel the first division football championship in Egypt. The championship was scheduled to resume on July 9 but has been canceled due to the recent dismissal of President Mohammed Morsi and the ongoing political instability in the country.
Here’s a summary of the information:
- Cancellation of First Division Football Championship:
- The EFA has decided to cancel the first division football championship in Egypt.
- Reasons for Cancellation:
- The decision is attributed to the dismissal of President Mohammed Morsi and the political instability currently affecting Egypt.
- Role of the Ministry of the Interior:
- The Ministry of the Interior, responsible for the security of sporting activities, particularly football, has played a role in the decision.
- The security concerns were heightened, especially after previous incidents in Port Said.
- Postponement Consideration:
- There is mention of a two-week postponement for the championship, but this is subject to the resolution of the current political unrest.
The cancellation of the football championship reflects the challenges faced by sports organizations in Egypt due to the political situation. The security concerns and political instability have led to decisions affecting the scheduling of football events in the country.
