Gallery

Egyptian fans are known for their unparalleled passion for the sport. Football is part of the national identity and cultural fabric

Pelé greeting fans at Cairo Stadium at the U-17 World Cup in 1997

Real Madrid stars at the Egyptian Museum, 2001

A S Roma before a 1-2 loss to Ahli at Cairo Stadium, 2002

Gathering outside an electronics shop to watch a big match

The Egyptian league championship

A great pass at the foot of the Pyramids

Playing football on the streets

Mido runs for the ball

Egypt's youth team -- 2003 African champions

Egypt's youth team -- third in the 2001 youth World Cup

Internationally renowned Egyptian referee Gamal El-Ghandour