Scoring goals: Women's football in Egypt on the rise

Amira Mohamed and other Egyptian female footballers have faced historical skepticism while pursuing their passion for the sport. Despite playing largely unnoticed in the past, recent changes have transformed the landscape for women's football in Egypt, particularly after the national broadcast of the Women's Premier League in 2024. This visibility has been bolstered by investments from major clubs like Al Ahly and Zamalek, along with the introduction of youth programs, leading to a surge in participation and interest in women’s football in the country.

Every time Amira Mohamed stepped onto the pitch, it was never just a game. For her, and hundreds of Egyptian female footballers, the field was a battlefield not one against opponents, but against generational scepticism.

Things have changed, she told Al Jazeera. It's now easier as big clubs are investing, matches are on TV, and dreams we used to hide are finally being seen.

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