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The National Media Authority is still in talks with FIFA over broadcasting rights for Egypt\u2019s matches at the World Cup, which kicks off in Russia this June, Ahram Online reports<\/a>. Qatar\u2019s beIN Sports has already locked down exclusive rights to air the games in the region, but Egypt can still win the rights to broadcast the national team\u2019s matches. \u201cThe rights currently under negotiation include the opening, semi-final and final games plus the matches of fellow Arab teams.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The National Media Authority is still in talks with FIFA over broadcasting rights for Egypt\u2019s matches at the World Cup, which kicks off in Russia this June, Ahram Online reports. 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