Al Masry Tops Confederation Group, Zamalek Second After Opening Round
Al Masry secures a thrilling win over Kaizer Chiefs to lead Group D on goal difference, while Zamalek takes second after defeating ZESCO United.
Al Masry leads Group D in the CAF Confederation Cup after a thrilling 2-1 victory over South Africa’s Kaizer Chiefs ⚽🔥, despite missing seven key players due to injuries and suspensions.
In the same round, Zamalek, under coach Ahmed Abdel-Rouf, won 1-0 against Zambia’s ZESCO United, claiming the second spot with the same number of points. Kaizer Chiefs and ZESCO United remain third and fourth without points 📊.
Zamalek is set to travel to South Africa on Tuesday to face Kaizer Chiefs on Saturday, November 29, in their second group-stage match, with the coaching staff preparing the squad physically and tactically for the important encounter.
Meanwhile, Al Masry’s squad will fly to Ndola, Zambia, early Tuesday ahead of their second-round clash with ZESCO United on Friday, November 28, at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium. Team official Mahmoud Gaber traveled ahead to arrange training facilities and ensure smooth player logistics from arrival to departure 🚌💪.
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