Egyptian Premier League draw to be held on 19 October

Ahram Online , Wednesday 16 Oct 2024

The draw for the upcoming Egyptian Premier League season will take place on Saturday 19 October, the Egyptian Pro League (EPL) announced on Wednesday.

Zamalek Vs Ahly

 

The 2024-2025 season will feature a new format following the approval of modifications by all 18 Egyptian Premier League clubs, earlier this month.

According to the (EPL), the new season will introduce a single-round format involving all 18 clubs, with the top nine teams progressing to compete for the title in another single round.

The remaining clubs will compete to determine the two teams that will be relegated.

The (EPL) have made the decision to decrease the number of relegated teams from three to two.

This adjustment will result in the upcoming season lasting 25 weeks instead of the traditional 34, effectively shortening the season by approximately two months.

In recent seasons, the Egyptian league has faced delays and postponements due to the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to extended seasons that did not conclude on time, affecting various clubs.

According to an (EPL) the new season is set to start on 30 October.

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