Ahmed Salem, the official spokesperson for Zamalek Club, commented on the crisis surrounding the summit match against traditional rivals Al Ahly, which was scheduled to take place at 9:30 PM at Cairo International Stadium. The Red Devils players did not show up at the stadium.

He added: Zamalek did not receive any official communication after referee Mahmoud Bassiouni blew the final whistle following the failure of Al Ahly players and technical staff to show up at the stadium.