🧤 Expected Changes in Al Ahly’s Line-Up Against Zamalek
Former Al Ahly and Egypt national team goalkeeper, Ahmed Shobier, has revealed the expected formation that head coach Emad El-Nahhas may adopt for the upcoming derby clash against Zamalek in the Egyptian Premier League.
Speaking on his radio show via "On Sport FM," Shobier indicated that the coaching staff is seriously considering notable adjustments to the starting lineup, especially in defense and midfield, aiming to improve performance and address recent shortcomings.
🛡️ Left-Back Change… Dieng Likely to Be Dropped
Shobier stated that El-Nahhas is likely to start Ahmed Nabil "Koka" at left-back instead of the young defender Mostafa El-Ash, seeking more defensive stability and experience on the left flank.
He also revealed that Malian midfielder Aliou Dieng is expected to be left out of the starting eleven, due to a noticeable dip in form, prompting the coaching team to consider resting him for this crucial fixture.
🧩 Predicted Al Ahly Line-Up vs. Zamalek
Based on these adjustments, Shobier shared the projected starting XI for Al Ahly as follows:
Goalkeeper: Mohamed El-Shennawy
Defenders: Mohamed Hany – Yasser Ibrahim – Yassin Marei – Ahmed Nabil "Koka"
Midfielders: Marwan Attia – Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane – Mahmoud Hassan Trezeguet
Attackers: Taher Mohamed Taher, Hussein El-Shahat or Omar Kamal – Mohamed Sherif – Achraf Bencharki
