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The Egyptian Football Association (EFA),National Teams, Local Leagues, And Football Development Throughout The country.

Victor KakuluBy Victor KakuluApril 12, 2025No Comments2 Mins Read
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The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) is the governing body responsible for organizing and regulating football (soccer) in Egypt. It plays a key role in managing the national teams, local leagues, and football development throughout the country.


⚽ Overview of the Egyptian Football Association (EFA)

Founded:

  • 1921, making it one of the oldest football associations in Africa and the Middle East.

Affiliations:

  • Member of FIFA since 1923
  • Founding member of CAF (Confederation of African Football)
  • Member of UAFA (Union of Arab Football Associations)

Headquarters:

  • Located in Cairo, Egypt

Main Responsibilities of the EFA

  1. Managing the National Teams:
    • Egypt National Football Team (The Pharaohs)
    • Egypt U-23, U-20, and U-17 youth teams
    • Egypt Women’s National Team
  2. Organizing Domestic Competitions:
    • Egyptian Premier League – Top-tier football league in Egypt
    • Egypt Cup – Major national knockout cup competition
    • Egyptian Super Cup
    • Lower divisions: Second Division, Third Division, etc.
  3. Setting Rules and Regulations:
    • Implements FIFA and CAF rules
    • Sets transfer windows, match schedules, and player eligibility rules
  4. Referee and Coach Training:
    • Organizes referee certification programs
    • Supports the development of football coaches and managers
  5. Youth and Grassroots Development:
    • Runs football academies and youth programs
    • Promotes football in schools and community clubs
  6. Representing Egypt Internationally:
    • Coordinates Egypt’s participation in:
      • FIFA World Cup
      • Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)
      • Olympic Games

Achievements Under the EFA

  • Egypt National Team:
    • 7× AFCON champions (record holder)
    • Participated in 3 FIFA World Cups (1934, 1990, 2018)
  • Strong domestic clubs like:
    • Al Ahly SC – One of the most successful clubs in Africa
    • Zamalek SC – Another Cairo giant with major CAF titles

Online Presence

  • Official Website: efa.eg
  • Active on social media platforms for updates on national teams and leagues
Local Leagues National Teams The Egyptian Football Association (EFA)
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