Al Ahly have suffered another setback ahead of the start of the new football season, with Moroccan player Youssef Belammari set to travel to Austria in the coming hours to undergo cruciate ligament surgery after suffering an injury recently. ⚽
Belammari’s trip to Austria comes as part of preparations for the surgical procedure, after which the player will begin a lengthy rehabilitation program as he works toward returning to the pitch, making the coming treatment period particularly important for his career with the Egyptian club.
🏥 Belammari Leaves Al Ahly’s Squad for Austria
Youssef Belammari will not return to Cairo with the Al Ahly delegation that arrived on Thursday morning from Spain, after the team completed its overseas training camp ahead of the new season.
The player is expected to travel directly to Austria to undergo final medical examinations before the cruciate ligament surgery. He will then begin the different stages of recovery and rehabilitation under the supervision of the club’s medical staff and specialists.
A cruciate ligament injury generally requires a lengthy period away from football, leaving Al Ahly’s coaching staff with another challenge regarding the player’s absence, particularly with official competitions approaching. 🏥
🔴 An Important Setback Before the Season
Youssef Belammari’s injury represents a significant setback at a sensitive stage, especially as Al Ahly prepare for a busy season involving several competitions.
The team had completed an intensive preseason camp in Spain, which began on August 6, with the aim of preparing the players physically and technically before the start of the season. However, Belammari’s injury has now become an important part of the coaching staff’s plans and one of the club’s main medical concerns.
Following surgery, the player is expected to undergo a gradual rehabilitation program beginning with treatment and recovery before progressing to strength and mobility exercises, individual training and eventually group sessions, ahead of receiving medical clearance to return to competitive football.
⭐ Al Ahly Complete Spain Training Camp
Al Ahly concluded their overseas training camp in Spain with a major friendly against Barcelona in the Joan Gamper Trophy, after playing three matches during their preseason preparations.
The Egyptian club began the friendly schedule with a 3-0 victory over Badalona before suffering a 2-1 defeat against Europa, then finishing the camp with the Barcelona match.
Al Ahly lost 2-1 to Barcelona in a game that saw several players deliver notable performances. Ahmed Mostafa Zizo scored Al Ahly’s only goal, while goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy produced an impressive display by saving a Barcelona penalty during the final minutes of the match. 🔥
🏆 Al Ahly Prepare for the League Opener
After returning from Spain, Al Ahly will begin preparations for their official campaign, starting with their Egyptian Premier League opener against Eastern Company Enppi in the first round of the competition.
The match will take place at 8:00 PM next Sunday, August 23, at Cairo International Stadium.
Al Ahly are looking for a strong start to their league campaign after a preseason that included matches against opponents of different levels, as the team aims to reach its best physical and technical condition before entering the pressure of official competition.
At the same time, Youssef Belammari’s recovery will remain a major focus for Al Ahly supporters, who will be waiting for updates on the player’s condition following surgery and the expected timeline for his return to football.
Belammari’s immediate priority will be to successfully complete the surgery and follow the rehabilitation program carefully in order to reach the best possible condition upon his return. Al Ahly, meanwhile, must find suitable alternatives to cover his absence during the coming period. 🏆
Do you think Al Ahly can compensate for Youssef Belammari’s absence at the start of the season? And do you believe the team needs additional reinforcement in his position? Share your opinion and predictions. 📢🔥
