The women’s football match between Al-Ittihad Alexandria and Al-Ahly took a surprising turn today as Al-Ittihad players withdrew after falling 8-0 behind just 35 minutes into the game.
The highly anticipated fixture, part of the sixth round of the Egyptian Women’s Football League, took place at Al-Ahly’s stadium in New Cairo.
The game was dominated from the start by Al-Ahly, with their relentless attacking leaving Al-Ittihad struggling to keep up.
By the time Al-Ittihad decided to leave the field, Al-Ahly had already secured an impressive eight-goal lead.
Star players Mia Darden and Menna Tariq each netted hat-tricks, while Nadine Ghazi and Habiba Essam contributed a goal apiece, overwhelming the Al-Ittihad defense.
The withdrawal sparked discussion among spectators and league officials, as such instances are rare in professional sports.
Al-Ittihad’s decision reportedly stemmed from their inability to match the intensity of Al-Ahly’s performance.
Facing the mounting scoreline and seemingly unable to turn the game around, Al-Ittihad opted to end their participation mid-game.
Al-Ahly’s commanding lead in the league standings only strengthened with this match.
The team now sits at the top of the table with a perfect 18 points, marking an outstanding debut season in the league.
Meanwhile, Al-Ittihad Alexandria finds itself near the bottom, holding a single point in 15th place, just behind Ittihad Basyoun on goal difference.
This incident has added to the ongoing conversation around the competitive dynamics in the women’s league, as Al-Ahly continues to establish itself as a formidable force.
The league’s rapid growth in recent years has drawn attention to the need for balanced competition, especially as new teams work to build their skills against the stronger, more experienced sides.
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