Mustafa Saad, who currently plays for Zed FC, joined Al Ahly in 2022 but only played in two matches, accumulating nine minutes of playing time. He was subsequently loaned to Smouha for the second half of the season. Saad then moved to Zed FC after one season. In a recent interview with On Sport, Saad expressed his regret over requesting a transfer from Al Ahly.
Saad explained that he joined Al Ahly under the management of Pitso Mosimane but was told by new coach Marcel Koller not to rush into playing after his delayed integration into the team due to his participation in the Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations with the Egyptian Olympic team. Saad began to receive limited playing time under Koller, particularly after being a regular starter at Ceramica.
The 25-year-old footballer admitted that he rushed into requesting a transfer from Al Ahly, especially after learning about the injury to Percy Tau, who played in his position. Saad sought clarification from Koller on multiple occasions regarding his limited playing time. He praised Koller as a successful coach who has achieved significant success with Al Ahly in the past 20 years.
Saad emphasized that if Al Ahly were to request his return, he would not hesitate. He also expressed his aspirations to play for the Egyptian national team, stating that he is working hard to present his best performance and that his time to join the national team will come. Saad has been an integral part of Zed FC, featuring in 105 matches, scoring 11 goals, and providing nine assists across all competitions.
During his brief stint at Al Ahly, Saad played under two different coaches, Mosimane and Koller. He believes that Koller was instrumental in the team's success and thinks that the coach should have continued his tenure. Saad's reflections on his decision to leave Al Ahly provide insight into the challenges he faced during his time at the club.
Saad's career has seen him play for various teams, including Al Ahly, Smouha, and Zed FC. His experience with the Egyptian Olympic team in the Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations has also contributed to his growth as a player. As he continues to play for Zed FC, Saad remains focused on achieving his goals and potentially earning a call-up to the Egyptian national team.
With 11 goals and nine assists in 105 matches for Zed FC, Saad has demonstrated his capabilities as a valuable player. His reflections on his time at Al Ahly serve as a learning experience, and he looks forward to future opportunities in his football career.
Key points
- Mustafa Saad regrets requesting a transfer from Al Ahly.
- Saad played only two matches for Al Ahly, accumulating nine minutes of playing time.
- He has been a key player for Zed FC, featuring in 105 matches and scoring 11 goals.
