Egyptian football body threatens to strike off sportsmanship violators

The Egyptian Football Association issued a statement threatening disciplinary penalties, including removal from its records, for violations of sportsmanship in competitions it oversees.

• The Egyptian Football Association, headed by Hani Abu Rida, issued an official statement saying it had monitored violations of sportsmanship and fair play in competitions it supervises.
• The association confirmed its categorical rejection of all practices conflicting with sports values and ethics or breaching discipline inside and outside stadiums.
• The EFA said its policy remains strict enforcement of disciplinary regulations, with penalties potentially reaching removal from its records and bans from all competitions.
• It called on clubs, technical and administrative staff, and players to uphold sportsmanship, pledging not to tolerate any violations.