Football: Egyptian Premier League trophy arrives in helicopter for new champions

Moments after Zamalek SC was crowned champions of the Egyptian Premier League on Wednesday night, their trophy was delivered directly to the Cairo International Stadium in a helicopter.

The extraordinary measure was taken by Sports United as there were three decisive matches being played simultaneously on Wednesday night.

The air taxi was employed to make sure that the championship trophy was delivered right as the winners were decided.

Moments after Zamalek SC was crowned champions of the Egyptian Premier League on Wednesday night, their trophy was delivered directly to the Cairo International Stadium in a helicopter.#egypt #egyptianpremierleague #helicopter #football pic.twitter.com/p3RM0Dx7J9

— GDN Online (@GDNonline) May 21, 2026

Zamalek secured their 15th Egyptian Premier League title following a 1-0 victory over Ceramica Cleopatra on Wednesday, rebounding from their recent African Confederation Cup final disappointment.

Heading into the final round, three teams remained in contention, but Zamalek required only a point to clinch the title regardless of other results.