Al Ahly’s Injury Map During the League Break.. Who Can Make the Zamalek Showdown? 🏥⚽
Al Ahly are using the current break in the Egyptian Premier League to reorganize the squad both technically and physically, while the medical staff continue working to prepare injured players ahead of the return to official competition, particularly the highly anticipated Zamalek clash in the sixth round.
The current break is especially important for Al Ahly because several players remain on the injury list. The medical team is looking to bring back as many players as possible before the derby scheduled for October 11, while Amr El-Gazzar and Moroccan Youssef Belammari are set to remain out for an extended period because of ACL injuries.
Amr El-Gazzar.. Long Absence Begins in Germany 🇩🇪
Al Ahly defender Amr El-Gazzar is scheduled to undergo anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery next Tuesday in Munich, Germany, under the supervision of German specialist Christian Brall.
Ahmed Gaballah, Al Ahly’s head of medical staff, will travel to Germany with the player to finalize the arrangements for the operation. El-Gazzar will also undergo the necessary medical examinations and tests before surgery.
The defender suffered an ACL tear and is therefore expected to remain out of the coaching staff’s plans for a lengthy period. The details and stages of his rehabilitation program will be determined more precisely after the operation, depending on his condition and response to treatment.
As a result, El-Gazzar is not expected to be available for the Zamalek clash as he begins a lengthy treatment and rehabilitation journey.
Mohamed El Shenawy.. Race Against Time to Make the Derby ⏱️
Mohamed El Shenawy represents a different case among Al Ahly’s injured players, as the club’s medical staff are working to prepare him for a return to team training during the current break.
The Al Ahly captain is undergoing an intensive treatment and rehabilitation program following an adductor injury, with the medical staff aiming to gradually bring him back into collective training according to his response to the program.
Al Ahly are targeting El Shenawy’s availability for the Zamalek match on October 11, but his participation will depend on his fitness level and whether he is able to train without pain.
The medical staff are not expected to rush his return before ensuring that he has fully recovered.
The current break therefore represents a crucial stage in El Shenawy’s race to be available for the derby.
Ahmed Nabil Koka.. Positive Signs Ahead of the Derby 🟢
Ahmed Nabil Koka continues to follow his treatment and rehabilitation program as he recovers from the muscular injury he suffered during the recent period.
According to the available indications from the medical staff, the midfielder is progressing well in his recovery program, with expectations that he could be ready for the Zamalek match if he continues improving at the same rate.
The coaching staff are keen to have Koka back before the league resumes, particularly because his return would provide the squad with an additional option ahead of the derby.
Taher Mohamed Taher.. The Derby Is the Target 🏃♂️
Taher Mohamed Taher is also continuing his treatment and rehabilitation after suffering an elbow injury during Al Ahly’s recent match against Abu Qir Fertilizers.
The current break comes at a suitable time for the player, giving him an opportunity to complete his rehabilitation without the pressure of consecutive competitive matches, potentially improving his chances of returning before the Zamalek clash.
According to expectations within the medical staff, Taher could be ready for the game provided that his condition continues to improve and no complications emerge during the rehabilitation process.
Youssef Belammari.. A Long Rehabilitation Journey 🇲🇦
Moroccan defender Youssef Belammari is currently completing the first stage of his rehabilitation program in Morocco after undergoing ACL surgery.
The player requires an extended period before returning to football, meaning he is not expected to be part of Al Ahly’s plans for the upcoming matches.
The medical staff are currently focusing on progressing through the rehabilitation stages gradually in accordance with his treatment program.
Belammari therefore joins Amr El-Gazzar on the list of players facing lengthy absences, while Al Ahly continue working on the recovery of the remaining injured players before competitive action resumes.
Who Is Most Likely to Make the Al Ahly-Zamalek Clash? 🔥
With the derby approaching, the injury situation differs from one player to another. Amr El-Gazzar and Youssef Belammari face lengthy spells on the sidelines, while Mohamed El Shenawy, Ahmed Nabil Koka and Taher Mohamed Taher enter the league break with hopes of returning before the Zamalek match.
The final decision regarding any player’s availability will depend on his recovery and response to treatment and rehabilitation.
Al Ahly will therefore look to make the most of the current break and return to action with as many available players as possible for the highly anticipated derby. 🏆
