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Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports: Evening League Matches May Be Exempt from 9 PM Closure if Compelling Reasons Provided

Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports: Evening League Matches May Be Exempt from 9 PM Closure if Compelling Reasons Provided

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31 March 2026at15:12

Mohamed El-Shazly, the official spokesperson for the Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports, confirmed the possibility of holding local league matches after 9 PM as an exceptional measure.

The Egyptian government had previously announced a new decision to close shops, commercial centers, cafes, youth centers, and sports stadiums at 9 PM, effective Saturday, March 28, 2026. This measure comes as part of the state's plan to rationalize energy consumption.

El-Shazly stated in an interview with "Mega FM" radio: "Coordination has been made with the League and the Football Association regarding presenting a specific vision for matches to the Ministry, following the 9 PM closure decisions."

He continued, saying: "Perhaps league matches will be held at their scheduled times. Evening matches may be exempted from the government's decision to close sports facilities at 9 PM, if the Clubs Association and the Football Association provide compelling reasons for not rescheduling the match times."

What is the new government decision affecting Egyptian league matches?

The Egyptian government has implemented a new decision to close sports stadiums and other commercial venues by 9 PM, effective March 28, 2026. This measure is part of a broader state plan to rationalize energy consumption.

How might Egyptian league matches be affected by the 9 PM closure rule?

Evening league matches could potentially be exempted from the 9 PM closure rule. This would require the Clubs Association and the Football Association to present compelling reasons to the Ministry of Youth and Sports for not rescheduling match times.

What steps are being taken to allow evening league matches to continue?

Coordination is underway between the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the League, and the Football Association. They are working to present a specific vision for matches, aiming to secure exemptions for evening games from the new government decision.
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