Zamalek escalates after FA rejects VAR audio request over derby

The Egyptian Football Association has rejected Zamalek's request to hear VAR recordings from the Cairo derby, prompting the club to prepare an official response.

• Zamalek filed a complaint against the refereeing committee after losing 0-2 to Al Ahly in the sixth round of the Egyptian Premier League.
• The Egyptian Football Association sent Zamalek an official letter rejecting the club's request to hear the derby's VAR audio.
• The Egyptian Football Association said the Slovenian referee's decisions during the match did not affect its result.
• Zamalek sources said the club will issue a statement and is considering a press conference, demanding two penalties for striker Chiko Banza.