In this episode, Nathan and Priyansh speak with Nihal El Aasar, who explores the rich history of Egyptian football, its cultural significance, and its political implications, especially in relation to Egypt's participation in the World Cup and regional politics.

Nihal El Aasar is an Egyptian writer, researcher, political analyst, and radio host based in London. She writes about politics, political economy, culture, and literature for various publications.  

Chapters

00:00 The Rich History of Egyptian Football

05:01 The Role of Football in Egyptian Culture and Politics

10:11 The Impact of the Ultras Movement

17:00 The Port Said Massacre and Its Aftermath

32:36 The Intersection of Football and Politics

39:25 Mohamed Salah: A Symbol of Hope and Responsibility

46:15 Hossam Hassan: The People's Coach

56:25 Pan-African Solidarity in Football

Keywords: Egyptian football, World Cup, African football, Ultras, Port Said massacre, Palestine solidarity, sportswashing, Egyptian culture, football history

Hosts in this episode: Priyansh, Nathan

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