As in Morocco, football is the most popular sport in both Algeria and Egypt. In the world of football, Egypt found huge success in Africa in the early and mid-2000s. While these misaligned priorities plague the men’s national team, the women’s national team is largely neglected by its overseers. The idea that it might step up its standing in world football is a “pipe dream,” according to the former board member. You start to expect disappointment.”The EFA did start a national women’s football league, which began with the 2016-17 season.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 14, 2023 19:12 UTC