The Egyptian Olympic Committee has rejected Al Ahly’s appeal against the sanctions imposed by the Egyptian Professional Football League following the club’s no-show in the Cairo derby against Zamalek.
Al Ahly had refused to take part in the crucial play-off match on the opening day of the Egyptian Premier League’s final phase, insisting on the appointment of foreign referees.
Their absence led to the league awarding Zamalek a 3-0 victory by default, while Al Ahly were also penalized with a three-point deduction in the overall standings.
League Standings After the Decision
With the ruling upheld, the latest league standings among the top four clubs are as follows:
- Pyramids – 43 points (18 matches)
- Al Ahly – 39 points (18 matches)
- Zamalek – 35 points (18 matches)
- Al Masry – 31 points (18 matches)
The decision solidifies Zamalek’s position in the race for the title while dealing a blow to Al Ahly’s championship aspirations.
The club must now refocus on the remaining matches as they aim to reclaim their standing in the Egyptian league.
