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Egyptian Military Authorizes Resumption of Soccer Matches

Egyptian Military Authorizes Resumption of Soccer Matches

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James M. Dorsey
Mar 15, 2011
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Egypt’s military rulers have authorized a lifting of a ban on professional soccer matches in a bid to limit the impact of the two-month old suspension, prevent an exodus of players and coaches and quell growing unrest among fans.

Egyptian Football Association (EFA) spokesman Azmi Megahed said matches would resume on April 15. He said the league season wo…

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