The competition, which resumes on Wednesday, has been halted since the January-25 Revolution that resulted in the overthrow of ex-president Hosni Mubarak on February 11.

The league stoppage caused a number of clubs to suffer severe financial crunches, including Ismaili, Ittihad and Zamalek who have been struggling with lack of funds even prior to the 18-day revolt.

All three clubs, among others, are at odds with their footballers over late payments.

The financially crippled outfits will get better upon the recommencement of the league, Sobhi believes.

"The resumption of the league matches will generate income, and thus the clubs will be able to pay the salaries of their players," he told FilGoal.com.

"Ismaili's players got used to the delay of their money. We have always played football for our fans, not for cash," Sobhi added.

"All clubs are suffering because of the league stoppage. But when the competition restarts, things will get better."

Ismaili face Petrojet in their upcoming league game on Thursday.