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Football in Egypt to kick-off Sunday with the Super Cup final while league matches resume mid-September following Wednesday's Premier League draw; Ahly and Zamalek first round matches postponed. The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) held the 2014 Premier League draw Wednesday, announcing that competition will begin on 17 September following a seven-month stoppage. Following last season's cancellation in the wake of the Port Said Stadium disaster, speculation was rife over the future of football activities in the country. More than 70 fans died and hundreds were injured after clashes broke out between Ahly and Masry fans in Port Said stadium.