Cash-strapped Egyptians Zamalek eye record CAF Cup prize money
Summary
Egyptian football club Zamalek will win a record $4 million prize if they defeat Algerian team USM Alger in the CAF Confederation Cup final. The two-match final starts in Algeria and ends in Cairo, with both clubs having past successes in this African tournament.Key Facts
- Zamalek will earn $4 million if they win the CAF Confederation Cup final against USM Alger.
- The first match is in Algeria on Saturday, with 50,000 fans expected; the second is in Cairo on May 16.
- The CAF increased winner and runner-up prize money to $4 million and $2 million respectively.
- Zamalek faces financial challenges, reportedly owing $6.5 million in debts including unpaid player transfers and coaches.
- Zamalek has won the Confederation Cup twice before, in 2019 and 2024; USM Alger won in 2023.
- A win would qualify Zamalek for the CAF Super Cup, with a $500,000 prize.
- North African teams dominate this competition, winning 17 of 22 finals.
- Both teams will play again in African competitions next season, with Zamalek likely in the Champions League or Confederation Cup, and USM in the Confederation Cup.
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