France v Italy leads Friday football schedule as Al Ahly prepare for league return

France face Italy in the headline fixture on Friday, 2 October 2026, as the UEFA Nations League continues alongside matches in Egypt’s Professional League and Women’s Premier League.

The third round of the group stage includes France against Italy, with kick-off at 21:45. The match will be shown on beIN Sports 1, with Issam Chawali on commentary.

Belgium play Turkey at the same time in another match from the group, with Ahmed Al Balushi commentating on beIN Sports 2.

beIN Sports 5 will broadcast Hungary v Georgia, with Ahmed Fouad providing commentary, while Poland v Romania will be shown on beIN Sports 4 with Ahmed Abdo behind the microphone. Both matches also begin at 21:45.

Al Ahly take on Misr Elmaqasa

Al Ahly continue their preparations for the return of the league season with a friendly against Misr Elmaqasa.

The match will be played at Al Ahly’s Mokhtar El-Tetsh Stadium at the club’s headquarters in Al Gezira, with kick-off scheduled for 17:00.

Professional League

The seventh round of the Professional League continues with Tanta hosting Haras El Hodoud at 15:30. The game will be broadcast on On Sport.

Dairut’s match against Ismaily will also take place in the same round and will be shown on On Sport Max.

Egyptian Women’s Premier League

The fourth round of the Egyptian Women’s Premier League features three matches at 15:30.

Zamalek meet Arab Contractors, Enppi face Al Ahly and El Zohour play Masar.

International friendly

China host Palestine in an international friendly at 14:30.

The fixture is Palestine’s final test as they prepare for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.