Sports Law – Al-Muhr & Edris Law

Sports Law Services

Sports law has become one of the most rapidly evolving legal fields of Egypt in recent years, particularly after the amendment of Law No. 71 of 2017 by the newly issued amendments to the Egyptian Sports Law on 20 August 2025.

At Al-Muhr & Edris Law Firm, we maintain a specialized team of highly experienced lawyers with deep expertise in sports laws and regulations in both Egypt and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This enables us to deliver efficient, high-quality legal services that meet client needs, achieve their objectives, and uphold the highest professional standards within optimal timeframes and cost structures.

Our Sports Law Department is one of the firm’s distinguished and specialized divisions, comprising a select group of practitioners with extensive knowledge of domestic and international sports laws and regulations. The team is fully equipped to represent sports federations, athletes, clubs, coaches, sports service companies, and other entities engaged in sports-related activities.

Our Services in Sports Investment

Al-Muhr & Edris provides an integrated suite of services relating to sports activities and sports investment, including but not limited to:

Incorporation of joint-stock companies operating in the field of sports investment and obtaining all licenses required under applicable laws and regulations.
Establishment of sports clubs, academies, fitness centers, health clubs, and the management of sports activities and events.
Continuous legal oversight and corporate governance for companies operating in the sports sector.
Providing comprehensive legal services to athletes, clubs, sports companies, and other actors within the industry.

Legal Advisory Services

We offer specialized legal advisory services covering all legal aspects of sports-related activities, including:

Interpretation and application of sports laws and regulations.
Legal consultations in the field of sports marketing.
Supporting the strategic planning of sports clubs and sports companies.
Comprehensive review and updating of internal regulations for clubs and sports service companies.
Advisory services relating to compliance with international standards governing sports activities.

Drafting and Administration of Sports Contracts

Our team possesses extensive experience in drafting, preparing, and administering all types of sports-related contracts, including:

International professional sports contracts.
Contracts for local and international athletes.
Agreements for organizing sports tournaments and competitions.
Employment contracts for athletes and coaches.
Contracts for personnel working in the sports sector (medical, administrative, and technical staff).
Broadcasting agreements for sports matches and competitions.
Sponsorship agreements and player image rights during competitions.
Advertising, promotion, and licensing agreements related to the commercial use of players’ images.
Training agreements between coaches and clubs.
Player agency agreements, business management contracts, and match-organization agency agreements.
Transfer and loan agreements.

Protection of Intellectual Property and Sports Rights

We provide comprehensive legal services aimed at protecting intellectual property and related rights within the sports sector, including:

Registration of trademarks for clubs, sports bodies, and sports companies.
Regulating broadcasting rights for sports events and competitions.
Protection of athlete names and likenesses.
Protection of intellectual property rights related to sports content.
Registration of patents related to sports equipment and devices.

Legal Representation in Sports Disputes

We represent athletes, clubs, agents, and sports companies before:
- Domestic and international sports federations.
- Disciplinary bodies and relevant committees.
- National federations and competent administrative authorities.
- Courts of sports arbitration.

We also handle and resolve disputes arising from the interpretation or application of the Sports Law and its Executive Regulations, the statutes of the Egyptian Olympic Committee, the Egyptian Paralympic Committee, sports clubs, and sports federations, in addition to disputes concerning the interpretation or performance of sports contracts and decisions relating to competitions, tournaments, matches, and coaching matters.

Sports Law Services

Our Services in Sports Investment

Legal Advisory Services

Drafting and Administration of Sports Contracts

International professional sports contracts.

Contracts for local and international athletes.

Agreements for organizing sports tournaments and competitions.

Employment contracts for athletes and coaches.

Contracts for personnel working in the sports sector (medical, administrative, and technical staff).

Broadcasting agreements for sports matches and competitions.

Sponsorship agreements and player image rights during competitions.

Advertising, promotion, and licensing agreements related to the commercial use of players’ images.

Training agreements between coaches and clubs.

Player agency agreements, business management contracts, and match-organization agency agreements.

Transfer and loan agreements.

Protection of Intellectual Property and Sports Rights

Registration of trademarks for clubs, sports bodies, and sports companies.

Regulating broadcasting rights for sports events and competitions.

Protection of athlete names and likenesses.

Protection of intellectual property rights related to sports content.

Registration of patents related to sports equipment and devices.

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