Soccer's Secret Revolutionary

[@jcal1294]

"He exposed all the corruption he saw, which ultimately cost him his job" Just shows everything that's wrong with football. Wow.

[@thomaskendell8146]

Such is life

[@seemymobot4987]

Just shows everything that's wrong with *the world*. - There, I fixed it for you

[@MarkWTK]

@@thomaskendell8146 not only in football sadly

[@theletsplayer4921]

@@seemymobot4987 blame the far left

[@AAthurskiii]

@@theletsplayer4921 how is it the far left’s fault 😭

[@yussefhazem5637]

As an egyptian I would like to thank tifo for their in depth coverage of Amr fahmy may he rest in peace and ultras and the political sitiuation not what I expect from any form of western media. Respect ( الله يرحمك يا عمرو)

[@fran1514]

I wonder how Amr campaign for CAF president was going up until he sadly passed away. Do you have any idea? Thanks!

[@yussefhazem5637]

@@fran1514Sadly It didn't go far as he passed away one year before the election which took place this month. He announced he's running for president late 2019 and in December 2019 he announced the slogan for his campaign "Pro Africa- pro Football- ANTI Corruption" . We didn't hear from him much after that turns out his condition got worse and he passed away February 2020.

[@CharlieH-N]

An incredible man

[@6038am]

He is a moden day hero of Egypt, my he rest in peace.

[@aidantawney4776]

May he rest in peace. I as an American, who schools education was mostly scheduled around ancient Egypt, know about the Amr family. We learned that he was a very important figure in Egypt and even though he has not been with us in centuries, he is still important to us today.

[@skchen831]

Tifo has been upping their game recently. Between the Elton John Watford story and this one about Amr Fahmy, they have once again shown their ability to make compelling stories about the sport we all love.

[@Tifo]

🙏

[@miss.antidote]

dont ever stop Tifo

[@mclovinjr9086]

Amazing story, and told so well by Tifo’s narrator. Rest in Peace Amr Fahmy

[@Irongrip09]

agreed, i love how he can beautifully narrate such a powerful story and still be a massive bellend on a podcast haha

[@alexsmith2630]

This long form storytelling style of video is brilliant

[@NobletheSavage]

It is lovely when they break their traditional formula so they can tell the full story of an important subject . You couldn't do this man justice in just 5 minutes .

[@mohammedthahsin8582]

felt like a documentary even tho it was less than 20 mins

[@AbsoluteAnimator]

I wonder how TIFO manages to bring such unique topics to us? This is such a niche topic❤️

[@seanmax5907]

Uprooting corruption in FIFA should be a topic on all good fans lips

[@pekar43]

They also call football soocer

[@eksortso]

@@pekar43 Buuut they alliterated in the title well, so that should make everyone happy.

[@cescomakesbeats]

I guess because above all else they're damn good journalists, always so well-researched and articulately presented

[@jsniff2112]

I was never aware of this. It's so sad, he seemed like such a wonderful person and he fought to the bitter end. RIP Amr Fahmy.

[@itsBRANDZ]

I just got out of my Uber here in Australia. My driver was from Egypt and he was telling me about Al Ahly and how much he loves and misses them. I said 6-1 and he was so happy and surprised! Made his day. Just wanted to say, thank you for posting these videos. They go a long way to everyone around the world.

[@storiedistadio4624]

I had the homour and pleasure to spend a day with Amr, in Marsille, when Napoli played C.L. in france. May Amr R.I.P.

[@mahmoudkhater3449]

Thank you for commemorating his memory!

[@porkodioh]

A more than fitting tribute to a honorable man, charismatic leader and true friend. We will continue his fight and pursue his/our goals. R.I.P Amr

[@castle1104]

The world should take note of this. Revolution in the face of fascism Thank you for this wonderful video

[@Darwinek]

Where's that "fascism" you talk about?

[@ianbrudnakvoss3126]

Like what ought to be happening in Hungary and Poland

[@Darwinek]

@@ianbrudnakvoss3126 LOL

[@ianbrudnakvoss3126]

@Simon Goodwind I don’t really mean punch, I just mean I don’t like them at all. Extreme ideologies different from more central (if you can call them that) ideas because they always end up causing more suffering than otherwise. Extremists also like violence most of the time

[@mohamedashosh2106]

Wow, Being Egyptian, remembering all that happened and we had gone through and still almost cried through watching this video. Thanks, tifo team and especially James Montegoue for this video. Amr Fahmy was a massive character for youth like me in Egypt but sadly we cannot remember him or talk about him in the media right now. I am sure one day we will get it right for his soul and all the victims of our oppressive regime.

[@SujoyChakravarthi93]

And I thought I loved football - this man is everything you would proudly associate with the game. Truly the Ultra Fan of all Fans. RIP Amr Fahmy - thank you for all you did, your legacy truly will live on forever

[@TobyLerone-yn3rr]

RIP AMR FAHMY. What a Nobel man, glad I watched this video had no idea about his plight.

[@mustaphasellal1970]

I can understand English perfectly However I'd like to thank you for adding arabic subtitles. Such an amazing gesture

[@DoubleAO]

I need a netflix 6 part docu series on this. Can't believe I haven't heard about any of this

[@jake1235435]

This is the epitome of what football really is, much much more than a game

[@vienna410]

Even as a privileged white boy the sport means so much more to me than just the game, I can’t even begin to understand what it is to people in much worse situations

[@vy-w]

I'm an Emarati, but I grew up supporting Al Ahly of Egypt and following the African football so I can't thank you enough for shedding a light on this matter as it can help bringing such issues to the world's attention, I hope you cover more of the middle eastern football especially Al Ahly African club of the century and the most decorated team in the world after winning the treble and getting a bronze medal in the Clubs World Cup. Respect for Tifo, Red Star and Freiburg fans 🔴🙏 الله يرحمك يا عمرو.

[@wolfmauler]

A very moving story. This was a great man. It also never fails to amaze how love of Football transcends sports, galvanizing all walks of life into a force that can even topple a corrupt government.

[@luishernandezblonde]

Egypt needs to return to real football without dictatorship. RIP Fahmy.

[@nikhilvallabhan1036]

This is one heck of a video, and some amazing research behind it! Well done lads!

[@rishavsingh2390]

One of the most beautiful channels that weaves together such intricate aspects of football, journalism and the real world which affects and is affected by it. Without Tifo, we wouldn't be half as knowledgeable about football as we are now! Love from India

[@Bobzy22]

Really great piece guys. A great story about a great man!! ✊🏻

[@viennakrakatoaleipzignumbers]

Incredible story, one of your best yet. RIP Amr Fahmy, and thanks and kudos to Tifo.

[@mwewamwandwe3056]

I've neen watching newer videos from Tifo, till i discovered this older gem, now I'm gonna start watching theeir videos from the beginning.Amazing.

[@christianhuseby842]

This was mindblowingly superb! What a story! And great watch! Exclamation mark!

[@abdellatifeltarshouby1589]

Thank you so much Tifo. Thank you for honoring Amr. Thank you for being a professional, unbiased, and fair. Thank you from Egypt.

[@macdonald9006]

I kinda predicted it would be about Ultras Ahlawy from the title, didn't expect to see Amr Fahmy here though, that's a beautiful way to honor his memory a true football fan who did his best to protect football from corruption. The Arabic subtitles are amazing as well. Overall an astonishing video.

[@davidcastaneda1992]

RIP to a lover of the most beautiful game and a defender of Justice and freedom

[@thegreathadoken6808]

I respect this man. I hadn't heard of him until now.

[@Sam1878Henry]

Man this is an emotional and inspiring story. Fascinating content like this sets Tifo apart

[@BastianTS93]

I did not know anything of this. Thank you Tifo for telling this story! And Rest in Peace Amr Fahmy!

[@ashishavale8682]

this guy"s life deserves a movie

[@MrKraddock]

Brilliantly told story. Would make a great full length documentary or film. This channel is brilliant

[@abbba2007]

One of the best Tifo's videos of all time. Thank you so much. RIP Amr Fahmy

[@Willo29O592]

an absolutely stunning video. genuinely among the best tifo has ever released

[@applepieclub5012]

I follow football from all across the globe, and I never even got a sniff of this story. Thank you Tifo, for sharing such a wonderful story. Rest in peace, Amr and the 74.

[@MitchWebb94]

Incredible video and story, thanks Tifo, and thank you Amr Fahmy for your incredible passion and justice for the beautiful game

[@amitjoy8614]

Really grateful to the TIFO team for all the football content

[@josephnus]

Amazing Legacy, this is the first time I've heard of Amr Fahmy. But his story is full of inspiration.

[@bryanperaza5426]

Rest In Power, Amr Fahmy! More videos like this please. Personally, I am fascinated by the overlap between football and politics and would love to see more content on how football can, and has, served as a form of resistance.

[@starkai6806]

This is such a powerful story and one that was completely new to me! I'm gonna have to show this to my friends who don't even follow soccer(football) because it's so inspiring.

[@thhhhms]

I never knew you, Amr, but thank you and may you rest in peace 🙏

[@IMxAxTREE]

This is a remarkable video. A step above other channels

[@MitchelGant]

What a fantastic story. What a man. Rest in Peace. A true football hero.

[@massaa1414]

I’ve stayed in Egypt for 4 years and well aware of the ultras ahlawy’s passion. This great man whose legacy remains immortal represented everything a hero should be. Rest in Power, Amr Fahmy.

[@zumateen]

I'm speechless and brought down to tears remembering this glorious days and their sad outcomes, from the beginning of UA07 to the revolution and Portsaid massacre and the log batlle for JF74, up to his final days fighting within the establishment. R.I.P AMR, your legend will live on❤️❤️ Thanks TIFO ❤️❤️

[@kasra_mlg]

This was one of the best and most well-written stories in TIFO 🥺❤ well done 🍻

[@derry876]

This was truly a beautiful story. Thank you Tifo

[@CarlinConnolly]

Thanks Tifo... i would love to see a similar type of video on Manchester United's first participation in the European Cup up to the end of the 57/58 season - the attitude of the FA before and after the Munich crash is a good example of English FA arrogance and insularity, and the defiance and flair of the Busby Babes is THE reason why Man Utd are still far more popular in Europe than any other british club. A video on the Jimmy Hogan football tree would also be a corker!

[@brendanobrien8198]

How did I not know this story. Thank you Tifo for telling this story.

[@alyelaasser7027]

As an Egyptian and one of Al Ahly supporters. I would like to thank TIFO Football for this amazing coverage of our amazing leader. He taught us how to love Al Ahly more than anything in the world. He exposed the corruption in CAF till it cost him his job. And the Egyptian media and Al Zamalek Chairman Mortada Mansour(Also a lawyer and a parliament candidate. He also is responsible of the death of 20 of ultras white knights in a Zamalek game) fought him because due to their beliefs that he deserves to be jailed because he is the leader of "terrorist group". But after his death. FIFA banned Ahmed Ahmed(President of CAF) due to corruption.عمرو يا فهمي. انت قدوة مشرفة لكل مشجع في العالم و كل مسؤل في اي اتحاد كرة في العالم. سيرتك أطول من عمرك❤❤

[@ShadyAli17]

As an Egyptian and an Ahly fan. Thank you Tifo. Rest in Peace Amro.

[@OmarBravotube]

I feel so proud of myself for two things right now. 1) Being an Egyptian who hates the regime as much as the next guy (although many are giving in lately, or giving up) 2) Being a subscriber to this channel since it was criminally underrated back in the day (Since the uMaxit days)

[@ahmedouda3926]

thank you for mentioning our Egyptian Hero Amr Fahmy , his legacy is immortal

[@Icetuga1]

Videos like this are needed to make people aware of this hero´s which are not getting the attention of the main media they deserve. The only thing we can do is give this video every kind of feedback like a thumbs up, to put it it out there and give Amr Fahmy the respect he deserves. Rest in peace Hero Amr Fathy!

[@moustafamahgoub1064]

Well done tefo , Thank you for telling our story and Amr fahmy's story

[@alfiansofakhair4630]

What an amazing story... This truly showed that corruption in football is virtually everywhere. RIP Fahmy...

[@losieru]

A silent hero. A quiet revolutionary. A true example of what it is to be a good man. Thank you tifo.

[@apdelrahmanhassn2278]

Thank you for telling one of the greatest sports-related stories that millions around the world love and documenting the life of one of the greatest sportsmen. Rip (Omar fahmy ) NEVER FORGET 74

[@husseinzaid2092]

I almost cried. Thank you Tifo for honoring this man. RIP Amr Fahmy

[@bradydufresne887]

I think this one deserves a movie, such an interesting story

[@davidlonhol8016]

When I was a kid, I could'nt stop watching any video I could come across about Ultras. Now I understand more..

[@WattaFewl]

This video tells such a great story, this really moved me. Thanks tifo.

[@janemanie8653]

As an Egyptian, I am appreciating your efforts to raise the memory of Amr Fahmy عمرو فهمي : The founder of Organised Egyptian Ultras. Thank you mate!

[@AfroChilanGringo]

What an interesting and impactful story. Amr Fahmy is now one of my heroes and will find out more and continue to honor his commitment, his work, and his values. Thank you f or sharing and please, keep making such powerful content. -AfroChilnagringo aka the Ivoluionary!

[@adamfrary6227]

I didn’t know of Fahmy prior to this video but he should be a true inspiration to all who love football. RIP

[@Darwinek]

Football governing bodies need more people like Amr Fahmy. We need more moral absolutism in football.

[@praditya4610]

Say with me : "football is more than a game"

[@YoutubeKrish2]

A story told in one of the best books I've read - When Friday Comes: Football, War and Revolution in the Middle East. Great narration, great book 👍🏼

[@Keiphton27]

This is possibly the best one yet....this was absolutely fantastic for so so many reasons. Cheers to more of this nature...if possible.

[@hoppywern9057]

This guy needs a movie

[@felixbannister2169]

Can't believe I'd never heard of him before. A genuine, modern-day hero.

[@joelgobeh7343]

The narrator of this episode is a beast.... The words he uses are so good... The best part is his intonation.... This piece along with all the other pieces are so touching... Thanks TIFO

[@lungi23]

Wow, this was amazing🙌 ! Thank you ❤️️. May his legacy live on and inspire others to follow in his footsteps 🙏.

[@yossofsroor8520]

on behalf of all Egyptian Ultras groups I thank you so much for this huge coverage from a wide perspective, thank you so much Tifo for this great content

[@jimmycburfield5997]

Thanks for this. I feel shame for not knowing about this GREAT person. Integrity, drive and passion. What a wonderful life and what a remarkable person.

[@doraigayaragok3693]

This should 100% be a movie

[@Uglyfromda254]

Exactly it shows football is more than a game

[@sthanakiya]

Exceptional piece. A documentary needs to be put together. Great work Tifo.

[@DQX1159]

The kind of amazing story, in a niche area, that Tifo was designed to report on. Fantastic work by all!

[@mabroukmuhammad9116]

I'm in tears from what have been said in this video .May Allah forgive you Amr and R.I.P My friend Thank you Tifo for telling the true story

[@mancunian87]

I've been watching a lot of your videos over the last couple of days, and I've got to say this is the best one I have come across so far. Great stuff.

[@SovietNyanCat]

Heroism requires sacrifice. Have the honour and integrity to make those sacrifices, and you'll change the world. RIP Amr Fahmy, good job by you.

[@DEM441]

Great video, amazing story that deserves to be told and honoured. Thanks Tifo

[@J.M.Stigner]

Wow, what a story, movie worthy. I'm ashamed to admit not knowing a single thing about this man and football's role in the Egyptian revolution until now, thank you for enlightening us and celebrating this evidently exceptional and noble man Amr Fahmy. I wonder what it would take to have the fans from the sanitised circus of the premier league to ever unite and fight oppression and finally appreciate their unified strength as a dormant revolutionary force...

[@___truegrit___9619]

Till this day this is one of the best iconic videos made by u guys about the iconic Amr Fahmy, the leader.

[@saintgermainonwukeme2966]

R.I.P. It's the utmost wish of every man to leave a legacy that lives beyond him. He definitely did.

[@M.T.Z.P]

This is by far the best video I've seen on your channel. Great work.

[@hamza12ism]

May Allah grant you paradise Amr fahmy. الله يرحمك يا عمرو

[@aakarchatta4141]

Loved the way this was narrated. You had me gripped to the very end.

[@skadonkza]

This is absolutely incredible

[@youcantcme2]

What an absolute hero.

[@thegreathadoken6808]

Here is an inconvenient truth: Until the advent of the internet, and people from the UK coming into regular contact with Americans, Australians and so on, we used 'Football' and 'Soccer' interchangeably and did not care to dispute the improper use of one term or the other. Evidence of this is everywhere, from the naming of Football computer games from the mid 90s (such as the very popular Sensible Soccer) or earlier that only came out in the UK or in the European region, to old videos from the mid 90s right back to the beginning of the sport and watching for which of the terms were used. I can just picture the old British Pathe videos where the narrator cheerfully says the word 'soccer' as if he gets paid per the use of it. We appear to have become rather touchy about the subject only due to what I would assume is a need to own the rights to determine what 'Football' is in a culture where people of any nationality meets people of any nationality daily, and competing definitions exist, despite our aforementioned carefree interchangeability: '"Harumph! We cannot allow the default definition of the word 'Football' to become 'game played mainly by Americans with Quarterbacks and funny helmets!'" We invented the word ourselves and used it happily until very recently. America didn't invent it for us. They took both words we gave them, but they already had a 'Football' so they used the OTHER word we told them was fine to use. It is as legitimate a word for Football as something like 'Rugger' is for Rugby (a sport which, by the way, has already had to change it's popular name for itself due to us demanding WE are 'Football' rather than them). I would suggest not becoming so uptight over it because it just makes us look like idiots. And furthermore: it's just not that important. EDIT: What's the betting the first reply in opposition to what I've just said is something along the lines of "It's 'not that important' yet you go and write a whole essay about it". I give 3 to 1 odds.

[@3dsaulgoodman43]

Ignorance isnt a good trait. Why cant a sport have two or more names? Thanks for this answer.

[@StoutProper]

I’d also argue it’s class thing. Soccer was generally more used by the upper classes who own and control the FA etc., and presented pathe news. Certainly as the internationalisation of American football led to more people calling that football, and football soccer, people felt the need to claim the word back.

[@andrewharing2637]

@@StoutProper It was often used to differentiate it from rugby. If you read PG Wodehouse, for instance, he uses the word "football" to mean rugby, and never mentions soccer at all as far as I'm aware, because upper-cass people just didn't play it.

[@andrewharing2637]

I think part of it is that the word "football" is internationally recognised, whereas "soccer" is just an Anglo thing as far as I know.

[@Mrtyrant-es4ed]

Ok but why

[@akhilgoswami7460]

I absolutely love the stories Tifo football brings, and Amr Fahmy's story here is a perfect example. Would love to know if there are any job opportunities to work in Tifo Football?

[@thetaeo]

Amazing man. Amazing legacy. Rest in peace Amr Fahmy. We won't forget you.

[@panito3000]

Amazing! This is football journalism at it´s best: humane, universal and profound. Cheers, keep it up!

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

This kind of content only comes from Tifo, absolutely love it. This is why i subscribed years ago

[@twinamasikogarrethkeith6440]

This is an absolutely brilliant video. The game we love at its finest. So sad that there's so much dirt in our world today and that it finds a way to poison football too. A tragic yet heart warming story... Rest in Peace Amr Fahmy

[@michaelwalsh8053]

What a story! Absolutely incredible and such a brave & deeply virtuous man.