Top referee nominated to officiate Al Ahly vs Zamalek in the Egyptian League

Ahmed Shobair has revealed new developments regarding the refereeing team expected to officiate the upcoming clash between Al Ahly FC and Zamalek SC in the Egyptian League, scheduled for Sunday, October 11.

Shobeir stated in comments during his radio program: "What I have learned is that there is a top referee from outside the five major leagues who is a candidate to officiate the summit match between Al Ahly FC and Zamalek SC."

The Egyptian Football Association has received a response from two European federations from the top five leagues, agreeing to manage the summit match.

The proposals will be discussed, and a decision on the referee for the big match is expected to be announced tomorrow, Monday. By the way, Al Ahly FC is the one that requested the arrival of a foreign refereeing crew.

The Cairo derby between Al Ahly FC and Zamalek SC will take place on Sunday, October 11, at Cairo International Stadium in the sixth round of the Egyptian League.

Pyramids FC lead the Egyptian League table with 15 points, while Zamalek SC sit in second place with 13 points from 4 wins and a draw. Al Ahly FC comes in third place, equal on points with the white team.