🔥 Major Changes at Al Ahly.. Ammouta Rearranges His Cards Against Abu Qir

Al Ahly’s first football team is preparing for another Egyptian Premier League fixture when they face Abu Qir Fertilizers in the fifth round of the 2026-27 season, with the Red Giants looking to maintain their strong start and remain firmly involved in the title race. ⚽🏆

Ahead of the match, Al Ahly head coach Hussein Ammouta is considering several changes to the starting lineup due to the absences that have affected the squad recently, while the coaching staff continues to search for the most suitable combination for the game.

🛡️ Defensive Changes Expected

The defensive line could be one of the areas most affected by changes against Abu Qir, particularly with the absence of Amr El Gazar and Yasser Ibrahim.

The coaching staff is considering using either Yassin Marei or Achraf Dari alongside Adel Riad at center-back, with Ammouta expected to make his final decision based on each player’s readiness and the demands of the match.

The changes are aimed at maintaining defensive balance and preventing the absences from affecting the team’s overall structure during its early league campaign.

🔄 El Debes the Leading Candidate to Replace Koka

At left-back, Karim El Debes has emerged as one of the leading candidates to replace Ahmed Nabil Koka.

Other options remain available, including Karim Fouad and Tawfik Mohamed, but El Debes currently appears to have the strongest chances in the coaching staff’s plans, with the final decision still pending.

Ammouta will be hoping the player can deliver the required performance and maintain the strength of the left flank, particularly with Al Ahly aiming to avoid dropping points early in the season.

👀 Mohamed Hany Could Be Rested

On the right flank, the coaching staff is considering resting Mohamed Hany, which could open the door for Akram Tawfik or Karim Fouad to play as right-back.

The possibility of resting Hany comes as part of the squad rotation strategy, particularly with the demanding schedule and the need to keep as many players as possible fully fit for the upcoming period.

The final decision on the right-back position could be made shortly before kickoff, depending on Ammouta’s assessment and the readiness of each player.

⭐ Emam Ashour Closing in on a Starting Role

In midfield, attention is focused on Emam Ashour, who is increasingly likely to start against Abu Qir Fertilizers.

Current plans suggest that Ashour could replace Ali Mahmoud, as Ammouta looks to give the player a greater role during the upcoming period and gradually restore his presence in the starting lineup.

The coaching staff will be hoping that Emam Ashour can add quality in terms of creativity and attacking transitions, particularly as Al Ahly looks to maintain its attacking effectiveness while competing near the top of the league. 🔥

🏆 Al Ahly Target Fourth League Win

Al Ahly enters the match in good spirits after recording three wins and one draw in its first four league games, collecting 10 points and making a strong start to the campaign.

That opening run gives the team important momentum, but it also increases the pressure on the players and coaching staff to continue collecting points and avoid dropping points in key fixtures.

With Ammouta now considering several lineup changes, the Abu Qir match will provide another test of Al Ahly’s ability to overcome absences, maintain its level and demonstrate the strength and depth of its squad.

📢 Can Ammouta successfully compensate for the absences with his planned changes, or will the number of alterations affect Al Ahly’s cohesion? The answer will come on the pitch.