Al-Ahly women win Egyptian Cup at first attempt

CAIRO, May 23 (Reuters) - Al-Ahly won the women's Egyptian Cup in their first appearance in the competition following a 1–0 victory in the final over Wadi Degla following extra time on Friday.
Ashraqat Adel, 15, scored the winner in the 107th minute after the game ended goalless after 90 minutes.
Al-Ahly are the most decorated Egyptian men's team with 39 titles. Their women's team are participating in the Egyptian League and the Cup for the first time this season.
They will take on FC Masar in the Egyptian Super Cup.

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