The Egypt Cup final featuring the country’s football giants, Al Ahly and Zamalek, is scheduled to take place outside of Egypt, in Saudi Arabia, on March 8. The match, eagerly anticipated by fans, is expected to draw a large audience, underscoring the distinctive value of Egyptian football on the international stage.
Walid Al-Attar, the Executive Director of the Egyptian Football Association, revealed in a conversation with media personality Saif Zaher on the “On Time Sports” channel, that the association would receive $2 million from hosting the final in Saudi Arabia. This financial boost, along with additional prizes for the winner and runner-up, highlights the commercial success and marketability of Egyptian football, further enhanced by the successful marketing of the local Super Cup involving four clubs.
This historic final not only promises an exciting clash between two of Egypt’s most celebrated football teams but also signifies the growing influence and appeal of Egyptian football abroad.
