The Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports announced on Wednesday 8 May a significant increase in spectator capacity for both local and African matches. The decision, reached during a meeting chaired by Ashraf Sobhy, Minister of Youth and Sports, signals a step towards a return to near-full capacity crowds and promises a thrilling experience for fans. Representatives from the Egyptian Football Association, the Ministry of Interior, and other relevant authorities gathered at the new administrative capital to discuss the spectator capacity increase. The outcome of the meeting promises full stadiums during the African tournament semifinals and finals, and up to 30,000 fans at Cairo and Borg El Arab stadiums for local matches. To ensure the safety of all attendees, new guidelines will be implemented to create a secure and pleasant environment for fans and enhance their overall experience. The decision holds particular significance as Egyptian clubs Ahly and Zamalek recently had their respective Champions League and Confederation Cup matches. The increased capacity will then provide an even more exciting atmosphere for upcoming matches. The upcoming CAF Champions League final second leg, scheduled for 25 May, will witness Ahly hosting Tunisian…
