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Riots Force US Cancellation of Egyptian Soccer Friendly

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James M. Dorsey
Jan 31, 2011
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The United States Soccer Federation (USSF), bowing to reality, Monday cancelled the US national soccer team’s friendly against Egypt scheduled to be played in Cairo on February 9.
"We were excited about the opportunity to play against Egypt, but due to the current situation all parties agreed it was best to cancel the match," USSF president Sunil Gulati …

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