Mortada Mansour, an ex-judge, lawyer and former lawmaker, is known for his quick temper and vocal criticism of various aspects of Egyptian society and prominent public figures.
It was the fourth consecutive season in the premier African club competition in which Egyptian team Al-Ahly have won a semi-final by four goals overall.
Zamalek is Egypt's second most important football club, just behind its long-time rival Al-Ahly led by former renowned footballer Mahmoud El-Khateeb, who is commonly criticised by Mansour.