Al Ahly's first team will resume training on Monday at the Tetch pitch in Zamalek, Gezira, as they prepare to face their arch-rivals Zamalek. The team had a four-day break after their recent match against Abu Qir Fertilizers. Al Ahly secured a 2-0 win over Abu Qir Fertilizers, with Ahmed Sayed Zizo and Hussein El Shahat scoring the goals.
The Cairo derby between Al Ahly and Zamalek is scheduled to take place on October 11 at the Cairo International Stadium. The match is part of the sixth round of the Egyptian Premier League. Al Ahly have had an impressive run in the league so far, with five matches played before the break. Their recent performances have been promising, with wins over Enppi, Zed, and Smouha, as well as a draw against El Mokawloon.
Al Ahly's campaign in the Egyptian Premier League began with a 3-2 win over Enppi. They followed it up with a 2-0 victory over Zed and a 1-0 win against Smouha. The team then drew 1-1 with El Mokawloon before securing a 2-0 win over Abu Qir Fertilizers in their last match.
The team will look to build on their momentum as they prepare to face Zamalek. Al Ahly's coach, Marcel Koller, will likely focus on fine-tuning the team's strategy and making any necessary adjustments ahead of the big match. The Cairo derby is always a highly anticipated and intense encounter, with both teams eager to claim bragging rights.
Al Ahly's recent performances have been impressive, with the team showcasing their skills and teamwork. The team's attacking duo of Ahmed Sayed Zizo and Percy Tau has been in good form, scoring crucial goals in recent matches. The team's defense has also been solid, with goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy making several key saves.
The Cairo derby between Al Ahly and Zamalek is one of the most highly anticipated matches in Egyptian football. Both teams have a rich history and a large following, and the match is often seen as a symbol of Egyptian footballing pride. The two teams have a long-standing rivalry, with their matches often being intense and closely contested.
Al Ahly will look to use their recent form to their advantage as they prepare to face Zamalek. The team's training session today will be crucial in preparing them for the big match. With the match just around the corner, Al Ahly will need to be at their best to secure a win against their arch-rivals.
Key points
- Al Ahly resumes training today ahead of the Cairo derby against Zamalek on October 11.
- The team has had an impressive run in the Egyptian Premier League so far, with five wins and one draw in their last six matches.
- The Cairo derby between Al Ahly and Zamalek is one of the most highly anticipated matches in Egyptian football.
