Al Ahly, the Egyptian sports club, emerged victorious in a friendly match against Union Sportive Medinet El-Bayra, a Libyan team, with a score of 4-2. The match took place at Al Ahly's home stadium, Moukhtartetch, in Cairo's Gezira district. This was a significant win for Al Ahly as they prepare for their upcoming Egyptian Premier League matches.

The goals for Al Ahly were scored by Hussein El Shahat, Yassin Merhi, Ahmed Reda, and Sufyan Benjdida, who netted his first goal with the Egyptian club, albeit in a friendly match. Benjdida, a Moroccan forward, joined Al Ahly recently and is expected to make a significant impact in the team's future matches. His goal contributed to the team's convincing win over the Libyan side.

Several key Al Ahly players were absent from the match due to their international commitments with the Egyptian national team. These players include Mostafa Shobeer, Mohamed Hani, Marwan Attia, Emam Ashour, Ali Mahmoud, and Zizo. Additionally, Moroccan player Mounsef Bghdadi was also unavailable as he was with the Algerian national team. Their absence did not hinder Al Ahly's performance, as they still managed to secure a comfortable victory.

Al Ahly is set to play another friendly match against Egyptian side El Mokawloon SC on October 2. This match is part of Al Ahly's preparations for the upcoming Egyptian Premier League season. The team aims to fine-tune their strategies and build team cohesion before returning to competitive action. Their recent win against the Libyan team will likely boost their morale and confidence.

The match against Union Sportive Medinet El-Bayra provided Al Ahly's coach with valuable insights into the team's performance and areas that need improvement. The coach will likely use this information to make tactical adjustments and strengthen the team's weaknesses. Al Ahly's fans will be eager to see the team's progress in the upcoming league matches.

Al Ahly's victory in the friendly match is a positive sign for the team's prospects in the Egyptian Premier League. The team's ability to score goals and secure a win against a Libyan side will give them confidence as they face tougher opponents in the league. The team's performance will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.

Al Ahly's next match against El Mokawloon SC on October 2 will provide another opportunity for the team to test their skills and build momentum before the league resumes. The team's recent win and upcoming matches will be crucial in determining their overall performance in the Egyptian Premier League this season.

Key points

  • Al Ahly won the friendly match against Union Sportive Medinet El-Bayra 4-2.
  • Sufyan Benjdida scored his first goal with Al Ahly in the friendly match.
  • Several key Al Ahly players were absent from the match due to international commitments.

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