Al Mokawloon manager Samy Qumsan expressed satisfaction with his team's performance against Al Ahly, stating that they effectively shut down Al Ahly's key players throughout the match. Despite this, Al Ahly managed to snatch the win in stoppage time. Qumsan attributed the loss to Al Ahly's ability to find solutions through their starting lineup and substitutes. The match was part of the Egyptian Capital Cup, also known as the League Cup.
The match took place at Cairo Stadium, where Al Ahly's Ashraf Ben Sharki scored the winning goal in the 93rd minute with a header assisted by Mohamed Hani. This victory lifted Al Ahly to the top of Group C with six points, while Al Mokawloon remained with three points. Al Ahly had previously won their first group stage match against Petrojet with a five-goal margin.
Samy Qumsan highlighted the challenges faced by his team, including a list of injuries and fatigue, which affected their performance. He mentioned that they tried to conserve energy and avoid further injuries by substituting some players. Qumsan also provided an update on Mohamed Abd al-Nasser's injury, stating that he would undergo surgery the following day due to a foot infection.
Al Ahly is competing in Group C alongside Petrojet, Al Mokawloon, Eastern Company, and El Gouna. The team's next match will be crucial in determining their position in the group. Al Mokawloon, on the other hand, will look to bounce back from this narrow defeat and secure their first win in the competition.
The Egyptian Capital Cup features several top teams from the Egyptian Premier League, including Al Ahly and Zamalek. In other matches, Zamalek secured a win against Wadi Degla, while Smouha and Pyramids will face each other in a later match. The competition provides an opportunity for teams to test their skills and prepare for the upcoming league season.
Al Ahly's coach, Hossam Hassan, was not available for comment, but his assistant, Mohamed Barakat, expressed satisfaction with the team's performance. The team's focus will now shift to their next match, where they will look to continue their winning streak. Al Mokawloon, meanwhile, will analyze their performance and work on improving their strategy for the next match.
The Egyptian Capital Cup is an important tournament for teams to gain experience and build momentum before the league season. Al Ahly's win against Al Mokawloon demonstrates their strength and determination, while Al Mokawloon's performance shows that they are a team to watch in the competition. The tournament will continue with more matches in the coming days, promising exciting football action for Egyptian fans.
Key points
- Al Ahly secured a late win against Al Mokawloon in the Egyptian Capital Cup.
