According to FilGoal.com's correspondent in Khartoum, all buses near Merreikh Stadium are veiled as a safety measure.

During the past few days, both teams' buses have been subjected to separate attacks by hooligans.

Sudanese authorities have assigned no less than 15,000 policemen for the crunch playoff, while making sure than fans from both sides do not clash.

Another post-match safety precaution compels supporters of the winning team to stay put for three hours before exiting the stadium.

As both teams vie for a final African ticket in South Africa, a state of escalating unrest has been created between the North African neighbors in recent weeks.

Sudanese Support

FilGoal.com has also learnt that the Egyptian team are getting support from local fans in Omdurman.

A considerable number of Sudanese citizens are seen holding the Egyptian flag ahead of the eagerly-anticipated kickoff at 18.30 CET.

Merreikh Stadium, which hosted the final of the African Confederation Cup last term, has a capacity of 35,000 supporters.