Football enthusiasts expressed stun on social media, and called the government move “unfair” in support of ex-midfielder Mohamed Abu Treka, after he was put on an official terror list. Retired football star, Abu Treka led Egypt’s national team for nearly a decade and is widely considered to be the most admired player in his generation. "Mido", called on the government to clarify whether they had evidence that Abu Treka was linked to terrorism. Back in 2015, a government committee established to seize and manage Brotherhood properties and funds froze Abu Treka's assets. The lawyer protested the fact that Abu Treka's assets freeze is still in place, despite a court ruling lifting the freeze in June 2016.

Source: Egypt Independent January 19, 2017 14:47 UTC