Ashour's referees committee exit reported but unconfirmed ahead of Al Ahly–Zamalek

Mahmoud Ashour's departure from Egypt's referees committee has been reported but not officially confirmed, days before the league's top match.

• Broadcaster Ahmed Shobier said on X that Ashour resigned from the committee, adding that confirmation is awaited.
• A source told YallaKora that Ashour may leave after receiving a TV offer to analyze matches, with no official decision yet.
• Ashour retired from refereeing after the 2026 World Cup, where he served as video referee in eight matches.
• The EFA, chaired by Hani Abu Rida, appointed Essam Abdel Fattah to head the committee for the 2026-2027 season.