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Ramadan Sobhi’s CAS Saga: Support, Legal Woes, and a Football Trial in Africa

29 November 2025

Ramadan Sobhi’s CAS Saga: Support, Legal Woes, and a Football Trial in Africa
Pyramids players show solidarity as Sobhi faces a CAS ruling and related legal challenges.

Latest Developments in Ramadan Sobhi Case

Ramadan Sobhi, the star of Pyramids FC, faced fresh developments as the Court of Arbitration for Sport issued a four-year ban after allegations of tampering with a drug test during a CAF Confederation Cup match.

Sobhi also faces a potential prison sentence over accusations of forging official documents, linked to an exam taken by a third party at a study institute he was connected with.

He remains jailed until December 30 pending the resolution of the case.

Support and Legal Moves

Pyramids players wore the number 10 shirt in tribute ahead of a CAF Confederation Cup group match, signaling solidarity with their colleague.

Mamdouh Eid, the club's CEO, held a meeting with Sobhi's family, and Sherif Ekrami, the team's goalkeeper, offered support. Al Ahly publicly backed Sobhi legally, a stance welcomed by Pyramids.

The club expressed gratitude to Al Ahly for its stance and support in recent hours.

A formal complaint was also filed by Sobhi's lawyer, Ashraf Abdel Aziz, with the Bar Association against Omar Harydi, who led defense for one of the co-accused. Abdel Aziz said the conduct warranted accountability and that public statements had harmed his client.

He added that he chose to file the complaint from the Bar Association offices rather than pursue other channels, to protect Sobhi's reputation. Sobhi's lawyer also thanked Al Ahly, Pyramids, and Egyptian fans for their support.

Punchlines

If this saga had a VAR replay, the referee would pause for coffee breaks and still end up consulting the lawyers in fear of a time‑extension nightmare.

In football and in law, timing is everything—best to whistle the verdict only after a strong Wi‑Fi signal and a fresh croissant.

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Emma Amme

I am Emma Amme, an English sports journalist born in 1998. Passionate about astronomy, contemporary dance, and handcrafted woodworking, I share my sensitive view of sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main development in Sobhi's case?

The Court of Arbitration for Sport handed a four-year ban over a doping-related issue from a CAF Confederation Cup match.

What other charges are mentioned?

Sobhi faces a potential prison sentence due to allegations of forging official documents tied to an exam, separate from the doping case.

Who showed support for Sobhi?

Pyramids FC teammates wore the number 10 shirt in tribute, and the club along with Al Ahly publicly backed him legally; Sobhi’s lawyer filed a formal complaint against a defense attorney.