Al Ahly first-team medical chief Ahmed Gaballah revealed details of Mohamed Magdy Afsha's injury during the team's match against Petroleum Assiut in the Egypt Capital Cup.
Gaballah explained that Afsha complained of minor pain in his calf muscle, prompting the technical staff to replace him at halftime as a precaution to prevent the problem from worsening.
Details of Mohamed Magdy Afsha's Injury
Afsha experienced minor discomfort in his calf during the match against Petroleum Assiut, according to Al Ahly's medical staff.
The coaching staff decided not to risk keeping him on the pitch during the second half, with the midfielder being substituted at halftime as a precautionary measure.
Why Was Afsha Substituted?
Afsha was taken off to avoid aggravating the calf problem after reporting discomfort in the muscle.
The medical update did not indicate a serious injury, with the substitution coming as a precaution to protect the player's condition.
Afsha Scores Al Ahly's Opener
Before leaving the match, Afsha had already given Al Ahly the lead by scoring in the third minute.
The goal came after Taha Mohamed Taha applied pressure on the Petroleum Assiut goalkeeper, who delayed his pass. The ball reached Afsha in front of an open goal, allowing him to finish easily.
The early goal gave Al Ahly the perfect start before the team added another goal later in the first half.
Sofiane Benjedida Scores the Second
Sofiane Benjedida doubled Al Ahly's lead in the 34th minute.
The goal followed a run by Hussein El Shahat into the penalty area from the right side. He then played the ball across to Benjedida, who sent a low shot into the net.
It was Benjedida's first goal since joining Al Ahly.
Al Ahly Leads Petroleum Assiut
Al Ahly went into halftime with a 2-0 lead over Petroleum Assiut in the opening round of the Egypt Capital Cup group stage.
Afsha scored the opener before Benjedida added the second, while Afsha's halftime substitution was made because of his calf discomfort.
The medical decision was intended to prevent the issue from developing into a more serious injury.
What happened to Mohamed Magdy Afsha?
He complained of minor calf muscle pain during Al Ahly's match against Petroleum Assiut.
Why was Afsha substituted?
He was replaced at halftime as a precaution to prevent the injury from worsening.
Did Afsha score against Petroleum Assiut?
Yes. He scored Al Ahly's opening goal in the third minute.
Who scored Al Ahly's second goal?
Sofiane Benjedida scored the second goal in the 34th minute, his first for Al Ahly.
What was the halftime score?
Al Ahly led Petroleum Assiut 2-0 at halftime.
