Former Smouha president Farag Amer commented on Al Ahly’s 2-1 defeat to Barcelona in the Joan Gamper Trophy friendly, emphasizing that the Red Giants still need more time to develop full chemistry between their players before the start of the new season. ⚽
Farag Amer wrote on his official Facebook account: “Al Ahly have not yet achieved full chemistry between the players, and Hussein Ammouta is certainly experimenting and looking for the best lineup.”
Amer’s comments come amid the changes made to Al Ahly’s squad during the current transfer window, as well as the appointment of Hussein Ammouta as head coach. This makes the preseason period particularly important for assessing the players’ abilities and identifying the best possible lineup for the new campaign.
🔥 Zizo’s Form and El Shenawy’s Return Among Al Ahly’s Main Gains
Farag Amer highlighted several positives from the Barcelona match despite Al Ahly’s 2-1 defeat.
He said: “The most important gain from the Al Ahly-Barcelona match was Zizo’s strong performance and El Shenawy’s return.”
Ahmed Mostafa Zizo delivered an impressive performance, scoring Al Ahly’s only goal and demonstrating his ability to make a difference in attack and provide the team with additional options in the final third.
Mohamed El Shenawy also produced a strong display, saving a Barcelona penalty in the final minutes of the match and underlining his readiness ahead of the official start of the new season. 🧤⭐
🏆 Al Ahly Complete Spanish Training Camp
Al Ahly recently completed their overseas training camp in Spain, which began on August 6 as part of preparations for the new season. The team’s delegation returned to Cairo on Thursday morning aboard a private plane.
Al Ahly played three friendly matches during the Spanish camp, beginning with a 3-0 victory over Badalona before suffering a 2-1 defeat against Europa.
The team concluded its friendly preparations against Barcelona in the Joan Gamper Trophy, providing a major test against one of Europe’s biggest clubs.
Barcelona won the match 2-1, scoring twice in the first half before Ahmed Mostafa Zizo pulled one back for Al Ahly in the second half.
The match also featured an impressive performance from Mohamed El Shenawy, who saved a penalty and emerged as one of Al Ahly’s standout players. 🔥
⭐ Ammouta Searching for the Best Lineup
Hussein Ammouta now faces the important task of identifying the best lineup for the start of the season, particularly with several new players joining the squad and different tactical roles to be established.
The Moroccan coach will need to use the upcoming official matches to improve the understanding between the players and establish his key starters, while also developing a playing style that suits the squad’s qualities.
The preseason remains an important period for any new coaching staff, especially at a club the size of Al Ahly, which competes in multiple domestic and continental competitions and constantly aims to challenge for trophies. 🏆
📅 Al Ahly Prepare for the League Opener
Al Ahly are preparing for their first Egyptian Premier League match of the new season when they face Eastern Company ENPPI in the opening round.
The Al Ahly-Eastern Company ENPPI match is scheduled for 8:00 PM Cairo time next Sunday, August 23, at Cairo International Stadium.
Al Ahly will be looking for a strong start to the league campaign after completing their overseas camp and playing several friendly matches under Hussein Ammouta, as they continue searching for their best lineup before the official competitions begin.
Al Ahly fans are now eagerly awaiting the team’s competitive debut to see how much progress the squad has made during preseason and whether the coaching staff can quickly establish the lineup and tactical approach needed to compete strongly for trophies. 🔴🔥
Can Hussein Ammouta find Al Ahly’s best lineup at the start of the season? And can Zizo’s form and El Shenawy’s return provide the team with a strong foundation? Share your opinion and predictions. 🏆
