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Al Ahly Sporting Club is an Egyptian professional sports club based in Cairo, founded in 1907. The club is best known for its football team, which competes in the Egyptian Premier League and plays its home matches at the Cairo International Stadium. Al Ahly has won the CAF Champions League a record number of times, establishing it as a historically successful club in African football. It maintains a large following among Egyptian and African football fans.
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How many CAF Champions League titles has Al Ahly won?
Al Ahly is the most successful club in the history of the CAF Champions League. They have won the prestigious continental tournament over 10 times, with multiple victories in the 2000s and 2020s.
Where is the Al Ahly sports club located?
The club is based in Cairo, Egypt, and was officially founded there in 1907. They primarily play their home matches at the Cairo International Stadium.
Why is Al Ahly often called the "Club of the Century"?
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) named Al Ahly the African Club of the Century in 2000. This was due to their unmatched dominance and extensive trophy cabinet in African football.
Who is the main rival of Al Ahly?
Al Ahly's biggest rival is Zamalek SC, another highly successful team based in Cairo. The intense matches between these two clubs are famously known as the Cairo Derby.
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