Abdel Nasser Zidan: Hamza Alaa Asked Amouta for a Chance.. Goalkeeper to Feature Against Asyut Petroleum 🧤⚽
Sports presenter Abdel Nasser Zidan revealed new details about Al Ahly goalkeeper Hamza Alaa and his desire to receive a playing opportunity with the team in the coming period, particularly amid limited chances for regular minutes in some competitions.
Zidan explained that the goalkeeper spoke with Al Ahly head coach Hussein Amouta and requested the opportunity to feature in the match against Asyut Petroleum in the Egyptian League Cup, with the coach agreeing to the request.
Hamza Alaa Requests a Chance Against Asyut Petroleum
Speaking on the “Stad Masr” program broadcast on Modern MTI, Abdel Nasser Zidan said: “Hamza Alaa asked Hussein Amouta, Al Ahly’s head coach, to give him the opportunity to play against Asyut Petroleum in the Capital Cup.”
He added that Al Ahly will face Asyut Petroleum on October 8, in its opening match of the Egyptian League Cup, a fixture that could see the goalkeeper make his appearance during the upcoming period.
Hamza Alaa’s request comes as he seeks competitive minutes, particularly with strong competition for the goalkeeping position at Al Ahly, which can make regular appearances more difficult for some of the squad’s goalkeepers.
Amouta Approves the Goalkeeper’s Request
Zidan confirmed that Hussein Amouta accepted Hamza Alaa’s request and gave him the green light to participate in the competition, making the Asyut Petroleum match an important opportunity for the goalkeeper to demonstrate his readiness.
The presenter explained that the difficulty of securing playing time in the Egyptian Premier League or the Confederation Cup was one of the reasons that pushed Hamza Alaa to seek an opportunity in the Capital Cup.
The decision would give the goalkeeper valuable time on the pitch while also helping him maintain his technical and physical level through competitive matches.
Asyut Petroleum Match Offers Hamza Alaa an Opportunity
Abdel Nasser Zidan highlighted the match against Asyut Petroleum as an important opportunity for Hamza Alaa to gain playing minutes and appear in an Al Ahly shirt during the upcoming period.
The fixture could become an important step for the goalkeeper as he looks to earn a larger role in the coaching staff’s plans, particularly because an official appearance gives him a practical opportunity to demonstrate his abilities rather than relying solely on training sessions.
The coaching staff will also have the opportunity to assess his level during a competitive match and evaluate his readiness for the next stages of the season.
With the match against Asyut Petroleum approaching, attention will turn to Al Ahly’s goalkeeping position to see whether Hamza Alaa starts as expected and what he can deliver during his anticipated appearance in the Egyptian League Cup. 🔴🏆



