Al Ahly's medical team has confirmed that two key players, Ashraf Ben Sharqi and Karim El-Debis, have picked up injuries. Ben Sharqi is suffering from inflammation in his Achilles tendon and has been rested from team training. The medical team is working on a rehabilitation program to get him back to full fitness. This development comes as a setback for the team ahead of their upcoming matches.
According to Dr. Ahmed Gaballah, head of Al Ahly's medical team, Ben Sharqi's injury required immediate attention. The player underwent a series of therapeutic sessions to aid his recovery. Meanwhile, El-Debis sustained a grade-two strain in his right thigh muscle. The medical team has put together a treatment plan that includes physical therapy and rehabilitation exercises to help him regain full fitness.
Al Ahly resumed training at their base in Cairo, preparing for their upcoming matches. The team is set to play two friendly matches against Libyan side Union Sportive Medinet El-Bey and Egyptian club Misr El-Maqasla. These matches serve as a warm-up for their highly anticipated encounter against Petrojet in the Egyptian Capital Cup.
The Egyptian Capital Cup match against Petrojet is scheduled for October 7. This game will be an important test for Al Ahly before they face arch-rivals Zamalek in the league. The team is eager to make a strong impression in the cup competition, which promises to be a challenging encounter.
Al Ahly are part of Group C in the Egyptian Capital Cup, alongside Petrojet, El Gouna, Sharqia, Enpi, and Al Mokawloon. The team's coach will be looking to fine-tune their strategy and get the best out of their players ahead of the crucial matches. The friendly matches will provide valuable opportunities for the team to work on their tactics and build momentum.
The injuries to Ben Sharqi and El-Debis come at a critical time for Al Ahly, who are seeking to make a strong impact in the Egyptian Capital Cup and the league. The team's medical team will be working hard to ensure that both players recover quickly and are available for selection in the coming weeks.
Al Ahly's coach will be monitoring the progress of the injured players closely, as the team prepares for a busy schedule of matches. The team's performance in the Egyptian Capital Cup and the league will depend on their ability to overcome challenges and adapt to different situations.
Key points
- Al Ahly's key players Ashraf Ben Sharqi and Karim El-Debis have picked up injuries ahead of their upcoming matches.
- The team will play two friendly matches against Union Sportive Medinet El-Bey and Misr El-Maqasla as part of their preparations.
- Al Ahly face Petrojet in the Egyptian Capital Cup on October 7, before taking on Zamalek in the league.