Al Ahly SC, Egyptian football, the Cairo Derby, and Africa’s most successful club are at the center of this episode of Why We Love This Club . Chris Horwedel explores how Al Ahly grew from a meeting place for young Egyptians in 1907 into a sporting institution with 45 Egyptian league titles and a record 12 CAF Champions League trophies . The episode traces the club’s nationalist roots, its…
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Al Ahly SC, Egyptian football, the Cairo Derby, and Africa’s most successful club are at the center of this episode of Why We Love This Club . Chris Horwedel explores how Al Ahly grew from a meeting place for young Egyptians in 1907 into a sporting institution with 45 Egyptian league titles and a record 12 CAF Champions League trophies . The episode traces the club’s nationalist roots, its rivalry with Zamalek , the importance of Cairo International Stadium and the meaning behind Al Ahly’s identity as the “Club of the Nation.” The story also follows legendary figures including Mahmoud El Khatib, Mohamed Aboutrika, Manuel José and Pitso Mosimane , along with unforgettable continental triumphs in 1982, 2006 and the historic 2020 Champions League final against Zamalek. Chris also examines the rise of Ultras Ahlawy , their role in Egypt’s 2011 uprising and the devastating Port Said disaster , where 74 people were killed. From political symbolism and supporter culture to continental dominance and Al Ahly’s expanding global profile, this is the story of a club whose meaning reaches far beyond the trophies. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you enjoyed this show, you may like these other soccer podcasts by Chris. The Beautiful Game: Unfiltered The Underdog Football Show Thanks for listening!
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