🔵 Zamalek to Wear Blue Kit in Tomorrow’s Cairo Derby Against Al Ahly
Sports journalist Mina Maher revealed via his Facebook page that Zamalek will wear their full blue kit in tomorrow’s clash against Al Ahly at Cairo International Stadium, as part of the Egyptian Premier League.

⚽ Highly Anticipated Egyptian League Derby
📅 Date: Monday, September 29, 2025
📍 Venue: Cairo International Stadium
▪ Zamalek will approach the match aiming to maintain their position at the top of the league and continue their strong start under Belgian head coach Yannick Ferrera.
▪ Al Ahly, led by interim coach Emad El-Nahhas, will be looking to secure a win and bounce back after a run of inconsistent results.

🧠 Tactical Adjustments Expected in Zamalek’s Line-Up
The Zamalek technical staff is considering adding a more defensively oriented midfielder to the starting eleven in an effort to maintain tactical balance in midfield against Al Ahly, while still preserving the attacking philosophy Ferrera employs at key moments.

❌ Mohamed Shehata Out Due to Injury
▪ The midfielder is sidelined with a hamstring injury.
▪ He continues to follow a rehabilitation program and has already missed matches against Wadi Degla, Al Masry, Ismaily, and El Gouna.

✅ Juan Bezera Returns to the Starting XI
▪ The Brazilian winger returns after serving a one-match suspension due to accumulation of yellow cards (three total).
▪ He is expected to play a key role in the attacking setup.

🧘 Mental Preparation a Priority for Zamalek
▪ Ferrera is placing strong emphasis on the players’ psychological readiness.
▪ He stressed the importance of:

Staying focused throughout the game

Following tactical instructions

Maintaining composure, especially in defensive phases

🔴 Al Ahly’s Preparations Under Emad El-Nahhas
▪ The coaching staff imposed full confidentiality over training sessions at Mokhtar El-Tetsh Stadium.
▪ The aim is to prepare tactical surprises for Zamalek.

🛑 Media Blackout for Al Ahly Players
▪ Players have been banned from speaking to the media or engaging with the press.
▪ All attention is directed towards full concentration ahead of the derby.

🎯 El-Nahhas: Win is Crucial to Regain Momentum
▪ Emad El-Nahhas emphasized the importance of winning the Cairo Derby, describing it as a pivotal moment in the team's season.
▪ A victory would help restore confidence and keep the team in contention for the league title.