The first football team of Zamalek SC is preparing to face Al Bank Al Ahly in the Egyptian Premier League 2024-2025 season. This match is of great importance for the team, which is striving to maintain its position in the competition for top spots in the league.

Ahmed Fattouh’s Status for the Upcoming Match
Zamalek is expected to face challenges in its starting lineup, as sources within the club suggest that Ahmed Fattouh’s chances of playing in the next match against Al Bank Al Ahly are slim. The player is still undergoing an intensive rehabilitation program to recover from an old calf muscle injury, which kept him from playing in the recent match against Al Masry.

Details of Ahmed Fattouh's Injury
Ahmed Fattouh suffered a tear in his calf muscle earlier, which caused him to miss several crucial matches, including Zamalek’s game against Al Masry in the last round. Fattouh, considered one of the key players on the left side of Zamalek’s defense, will need more time to return to his usual physical condition.

At the start of his rehabilitation program, Fattouh participated in a friendly match between Zamalek and Bahteem SC as part of preparations for the official match against Al Masry, which ended in a 0-0 draw. However, it is still uncertain whether he will participate in official matches, and it seems that the technical staff of Zamalek may hold off on fielding him in the upcoming game against Al Bank Al Ahly until he is fully ready.

Zamalek’s Preparations for the Al Bank Al Ahly Match
The team, led by coach Juan Carlos Osorio, took a 24-hour break from training on Friday, with training sessions set to resume on Saturday in preparation for the upcoming match against Al Bank Al Ahly. The training will focus on improving both defensive and offensive performances, especially after the disappointing draw against Al Masry, making the victory in the next match crucial.

Date of Zamalek vs Al Bank Al Ahly Match
Zamalek will face Al Bank Al Ahly next Monday in the fourth round of the final stage of the Egyptian Premier League. This match is critical for Zamalek as they aim to regain their balance and secure a win to maintain their position in the top spots. Currently, Zamalek is in third place with 39 points, behind Al Ahly, who holds second place with 43 points, and Pyramids FC, who leads the table with 47 points. There are five rounds remaining until the end of the season.

Zamalek’s Position in the Standings
As the season nears its end, Zamalek enters a crucial phase that requires unity from all players. Their recent 0-0 draw with Al Masry was a setback for the team, who had hoped for a win to stay in contention with Al Ahly and Pyramids. Therefore, the match against Al Bank Al Ahly will be an important test for Zamalek, who will seek to regain their balance and secure a victory to stay in the race for the title.

Meanwhile, the coaching staff is focusing heavily on getting the available players fully prepared to ensure a strong performance in the upcoming match. All eyes will be on coach Juan Carlos Osorio, who will be required to make crucial decisions regarding the lineup, including whether to include Ahmed Fattouh or not.

The Importance of the Match Against Al Bank Al Ahly
The upcoming match is of particular importance due to the fierce competition for the top positions in the Premier League. Zamalek must overcome their recent setbacks and deliver a strong performance against Al Bank Al Ahly, who also seeks a positive result to escape from mid-table positions.

In this competitive atmosphere, the pressure on Zamalek players is expected to increase, especially with the changing results of rival teams. Osorio and the technical staff will be closely monitoring Fattouh’s recovery and ensuring the readiness of the other players who make up the core strength of the team.