This archive report was first published on 26 November 2019.
On November 26, 2019, Zamalek's chairman Mortada Mansour made a bold statement at a press conference, announcing the club's decision to boycott the African Super Cup scheduled to take place in Qatar the following year. According to Mansour, the club's board voted against participating in the match, deeming Qatar an 'enemy country' rather than a neutral host.
As Mansour explained, 'The board voted against playing the Super Cup match in Qatar. It is an enemy country, not a neutral one.' This stance is a clear indication of the club's opposition to the Qatari government's human rights record and its treatment of neighboring countries.
