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Zamalek delegation arrives in Rwanda, split across two hotels after booking collapses
October 13, 2026 at 10:31 AM
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Zamalek's delegation landed in Rwanda for a CAF Champions League clash with Army Rwanda, then faced a lodging crisis over unpaid hotel dues.
- Zamalek arrived at Kigali International Airport on Tuesday for the first leg against Army Rwanda, scheduled Friday at Amahoro Stadium.
- The hotel booking was unconfirmed due to unpaid dues to the accommodation company, prompting officials to split the delegation between two hotels.
- Coach Moetamed Gamal did not travel after undergoing surgery Monday and will join the squad on Wednesday.
- Mahmoud Bentaig will miss the match with a hamstring tear requiring 21 days to four weeks of recovery.

