Moroccan coach Hussein Amotta is set to arrive in Cairo today, Monday, to resume his duties with Egyptian football club Al Ahly. His arrival was initially scheduled for Sunday but was postponed by 24 hours due to personal circumstances in Morocco. Amotta had traveled to Morocco on Wednesday to spend a four-day break with his family after Al Ahly's match against Abu Qir Fertilizers in the league.

Amotta's break was granted after Al Ahly's 2-0 win over Abu Qir Fertilizers in the fifth round of the Egyptian Premier League. The team has been on a hiatus due to the international break, during which the Egyptian national team will play against Angola and South Sudan in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Al Ahly will resume training today, preparing for their upcoming matches, including a game against Petrojet in the Egypt Capital Cup.

The Egypt Capital Cup match against Petrojet is scheduled for October 8, and it will be Al Ahly's first game in the competition. The team is also looking forward to their league match against arch-rivals Zamalek on October 11 at the Cairo Stadium. The match is a crucial one for Al Ahly, as they aim to improve their standing in the league.

The Egyptian Premier League has been on hold due to the international break, but it will resume soon with several exciting matches. Al Ahly's upcoming games will be crucial in determining their position in the league and their chances of winning the title. Coach Amotta's return is expected to boost the team's morale and help them prepare for the challenges ahead.

Al Ahly's group in the Egypt Capital Cup includes Petrojet, El Gouna, Eastern Company, and El Mokawloon. The team will need to perform well in the competition to advance to the next stage. With coach Amotta back at the helm, Al Ahly fans are optimistic about their team's chances of success.

The match against Zamalek on October 11 is particularly significant, as it is a Cairo derby and a crucial league match. Al Ahly will be looking to secure a win and improve their position in the league table. Coach Amotta's experience and tactics will be crucial in helping the team achieve their goals.

With coach Amotta back in Cairo, Al Ahly is set to resume their training and prepare for their upcoming matches. The team's performance in the league and the Egypt Capital Cup will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike. The return of coach Amotta is expected to have a positive impact on the team's performance.

Key points

  • Al Ahly's Moroccan coach Hussein Amotta arrives in Cairo to lead team's training
  • Al Ahly to face Petrojet in Egypt Capital Cup on October 8
  • Al Ahly's league match against Zamalek scheduled for October 11

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