The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed a fine of $5,000 on the Egyptian national football team following their recent match against Zimbabwe.
The decision comes after an incident where players and coaching staff, led by Hossam Hassan, failed to engage in post-match media obligations after their thrilling victory, where Egypt triumphed with a score of 2-1.
Despite the excitement of the match, the team members and officials neglected to participate in the mixed zone interviews, which are a standard requirement for teams after games.
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CAF deemed this lack of media interaction a significant breach of their established communication protocols, emphasized as essential for promoting transparency and engagement with fans and the media alike.
In response to this infraction, CAF has issued a clear warning to the Egyptian team, indicating that they will face more severe penalties if similar behavior occurs in future matches during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 tournament.
Looking ahead, Egypt, a seven-time champion in the tournament, is set to face the Bafana Bafana of South Africa in their upcoming group stage match today, Friday. The team will be eager not only to secure a win but also to ensure compliance with CAF’s media regulations moving forward.
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