The world football governing body, Fifa, has officially warned the Egypt Football Association (EFA) of a suspension following court interference.

Fifa, in a letter to the Egyptian FA, stated that it would be “considered as an interference” if the court case against the country’s football body is implemented and will leave it with no option than to consider sanctions.

Part of the letter from Fifa read: “The court decision, if implemented, would most likely be considered as an interference in the internal affairs of the EFA and the case would be brought to the highest authorities of Fifa for consideration of sanctions, including the suspension of the EFA.”

In March, the Supreme Administrative Court in Egypt ordered that the Egyptian FA board be dissolved following complaints filed by former candidates in the FA elections, Dr Magda El Helbawi and Hermas Radwan, regarding violation of the electoral process in 2012.

Reports in Egypt had suggested that new elections will be held in September with Tharwat Sweilam, holding the fort in interim capacity until fresh polls are held.

However, the Egyptian FA has appealed the court ruling and there will be a ruling on May 8.

Egypt’s sports minister, Khaled Abdel-Aziz, has assured that he will resolve the matter irrespective of the outcome of the appeal against the ruling of the administrative court.

Collins Okinyo

Ex- CAF Media Expert. An expert on African football with over 15 years experience ,always with an ear to the ground with indepth knowledge of the game. I have worked for top publications including 7 years at www.supersport.com until i founded www.soka25east.com to quench the thirst of football lovers across the continent. I have trained young upcoming journalists who are now a voice in African football.I have covered World Cup,AFCON,CHAN,Champions League,Confederations Cup,Cecafa,Cosafa,Wafu and many other football tournaments across the World. Founder Football Africa Arena(FAA),Founder www.afrisportdigital.com