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Egyptian youth and junior national teams continued competitive action across multiple sports during the weekend of July 26–27, 2026, with volleyball and basketball squads recording victories in continental qualifying competitions. Meanwhile, domestic football clubs finalized squad adjustments, addressed licensing matters, and prepared for the upcoming season, with media attention focused on managerial decisions and player movements across the country's major institutions.
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Egypt Under-18 Volleyball Team — Egypt's youth volleyball squad defeated Morocco 3-0 in the final group-stage match of the African Under-18 Championship, securing qualification to the quarterfinals of the continental tournament.Egypt Under-18 Basketball (Women) — Egypt's junior girls basketball team defeated Rwanda 80-39 in their third qualifying match of the African Under-18 Basketball Championship preliminary round, competing in Zone Five qualification.Ahmad Hajazi Retirement — Egyptian national team defender Ahmad Hajazi announced his retirement from professional football, prompting tributes from prominent figures including Mohamed Salah and Emad Mataab.Zamalek Professional Licensing — Zamalek secured approval from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to obtain a professional license, resolving administrative requirements for the new season despite delayed preparation camp scheduling.Al-Ahly Squad Adjustments — Al-Ahly management reached a final decision to close negotiations for three players—Ibrahim Adel, Hamdi Fathy, and Akram Tawfiq—during the current transfer window, while midfielder Karim El-Debes was assigned a playmaking role by coach Al-Hussein Aamotah.Barcelona Youth Development — Spanish newspaper Sport reported that Barcelona is implementing a comprehensive long-term development plan for Egyptian forward Hamza Abdel Karim, positioning the prospect toward potential first-team integration.What to Watch:
Egypt's men's Under-18 basketball team faces Rwanda in Zone Five qualifying competition, while the women's squad prepares to meet Tanzania. International Federation of Football Association (FIFA) conducted a development manager workshop in Tanzania with Egyptian Football Association representatives attending.