Egyptian football analyst Khaled Gad Allah has expressed his views on the current state of Al Ahly's goalkeeping situation. According to Gad Allah, Mostafa Shobier has emerged as the primary goalkeeper for both Al Ahly and the Egyptian national team. He emphasized that this development does not diminish the contributions of veteran goalkeeper Mohamed El-Shenawy, who has been a stalwart for both the club and country.
Gad Allah praised El-Shenawy's achievements, stating that he has given his all to Al Ahly and the national team. The analyst believes that El-Shenawy's experience and dedication warrant a fitting tribute, which he feels can be achieved through a one-year contract extension offered by Al Ahly. Gad Allah thinks that this gesture is a well-deserved recognition of El-Shenawy's services and a chance for him to continue contributing to the team.
Looking ahead, Gad Allah suggested that Al Ahly will need to secure another top-notch goalkeeper to complement Shobier and Hamza Alla. He stressed that with El-Shenawy's eventual retirement, the club must plan for the future by recruiting a talented goalkeeper. This move will ensure a smooth transition and maintain the team's competitive edge.
Turning his attention to Al Ahly's performance under coach Marcel Koller, alias عموتة, Gad Allah offered a candid assessment. He rated the team's performance as 6 out of 10, expressing his disappointment that the team has not reached its full potential. Gad Allah urged عموتة to improve his tactics, make better in-game decisions, and get the most out of his players.
Gad Allah highlighted several areas that require improvement, including عموتة's ability to read the game and make timely substitutions. He also emphasized that the coach needs to find the optimal positions for his players and unlock their full potential. Specifically, Gad Allah mentioned that عموتة has yet to fully utilize the skills of Hussein El-Shahat, a player who can make a significant impact on the team.
In terms of potential transfers, Gad Allah welcomed the possibility of re-acquiring Mohamed Abdelmonem, which would strengthen Al Ahly's defense. He also mentioned that signing young and talented defender like Hassan Abd El-Majid would be an excellent addition to the team. Such reinforcements would undoubtedly boost Al Ahly's chances of success in the Egyptian Premier League.
Finally, Gad Allah shared his thoughts on the upcoming Cairo derby between Al Ahly and Zamalek. He predicted a closely contested match, with Al Ahly having a slight edge due to its current form. However, Gad Allah acknowledged that Zamalek has been performing well in the league and is capable of causing an upset.
Key points
- Mostafa Shobier has become the primary goalkeeper for Al Ahly and the Egyptian national team.
- Khaled Gad Allah rates Al Ahly's performance under عموتة as 6 out of 10.
- Al Ahly may look to sign a new defender, potentially Mohamed Abdelmonem or Hassan Abd El-Majid.
