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The Egyptian Premier League continued its fifth round of fixtures on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, with several high-profile matches across the domestic competition. Meanwhile, Egyptian players abroad featured prominently in international club competitions, including Mahmoud Marmoush's Tottenham facing Liverpool in the English League Cup.
International competitions also saw Egyptian participation, with Egypt's wheelchair handball team beginning preparations in Barcelona for the fourth World Championship, and Egypt securing top position in Group Two of the African Men's Volleyball Championship hosted by Tunisia.
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Al-Ahly versus Abu Qir Fertilizers — The Premier League club hosted Abu Qir Fertilizers at Cairo Stadium in an eighth-place evening kickoff as Al-Ahly sought to recover after recent setbacks and stabilize its campaign. Multiple media sources indicated tension surrounding coach Hussein Ammoutah's tactical selections and team composition.Juan Bizzera transfer to Shabab Al-Ahly Dubai — Brazilian midfielder Juan Bizzera departed Al-Zamalek for the Dubai-based club, with the transfer fee reported at USD 7 million, though some sources cited USD 3 million in immediate cash payments. The transaction marked a significant departure during the international transfer window.Ceramica Kleopatra's league leadership — Ceramica Kleopatra defeated Al-Bank Al-Ahly 2–0 to assume the top position in the Egyptian Premier League standings. Captain Saad Samir and oversight official Moataz El-Batawi confirmed the squad's cohesion and ambitions for both league and cup trophies.Egypt's wheelchair football historic victory — Egypt's one-legged football team won the international tournament in Russia, advancing preparation for the World Cup. Captain Mohamed Adel Hasani and player Mostafa Mohamed Abdou expressed confidence in the squad's competitive readiness.Hamza Abdulraheem's Barcelona contract renewal — Egyptian midfielder Hamza Abdulraheem prepared to sign a new long-term contract with FC Barcelona, featuring a EUR 150 million release clause, demonstrating the club's confidence in the player's development.Al-Zamalek's pre-match preparation — Al-Zamalek completed final training sessions before hosting Ghazl El-Mehalla on Wednesday evening as part of league competition. Forward Hossam Ashraf continued to draw praise from former Ahly star Mohamed Fadel for his attacking contributions.What to Watch:
Upcoming fixtures include Al-Zamalek against Ghazl El-Mehalla and multiple Premier League encounters scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, with competitive pressure mounting on mid-table clubs. Tottenham's fixture against Liverpool in the English League Cup on Tuesday evening will provide a platform for Marmoush to pursue his first goal in the competition format.