Hisham El Zahid, assistant coach of Al Ahly’s first football team, expressed his happiness after the team’s victory over ZED, stressing that collecting three points provides an important boost for the Red Giants at the beginning of their Egyptian Premier League campaign. ⚽🔴
Al Ahly secured a 2-0 victory over ZED in their match at Cairo International Stadium on Friday evening in the second round of the Egyptian Premier League, recording their second consecutive win and maintaining their strong start to the season.
El Zahid confirmed that the victory over ZED represents an important step, particularly because Al Ahly are looking to collect as many points as possible from the beginning of the campaign in order to compete strongly at the top of the league table.
Hisham El Zahid Praises Al Ahly Players
Hisham El Zahid praised the performance produced by Al Ahly’s players against ZED, stressing that the team performed strongly throughout both halves.
The assistant coach explained that the players followed the technical and tactical instructions prepared by Moroccan head coach Hussein Amouta before the match, helping the team deal with the details of the game effectively.
He pointed to the players’ fighting spirit and concentration as two of the main reasons behind the victory, particularly given the difficulty of the match and ZED’s strong defensive organization. ⭐
Al Ahly Showed Strong Concentration
El Zahid confirmed that Al Ahly’s players entered the match with a high level of concentration and a clear determination to carry out their instructions on the pitch.
He added that the ZED match was not easy, especially because the opponents maintained their defensive organization for long periods, forcing Al Ahly to remain patient and constantly search for openings.
The players’ calmness and focus helped the team overcome difficult periods and ultimately achieve the desired result. 🔥
Studying ZED Helped Secure the Victory
The Al Ahly assistant coach revealed that the coaching staff had carefully studied ZED before the match in order to identify the team’s strengths and weaknesses.
He explained that the preparation included developing a plan to deal with ZED’s playing style and exploit available spaces and weaknesses, which helped Al Ahly impose their approach and control large periods of the match.
He stressed that the victory was the result of collective work, player commitment to the instructions and a strong determination to win until the final whistle. 🏆
Amouta Continues Building Al Ahly’s Identity
The victory over ZED reflects the coaching staff’s continued work to build a new identity for Al Ahly under Hussein Amouta, particularly with new players in the squad and a season that requires greater understanding and cohesion.
Winning the opening two matches gives the coaching staff more room to develop performances and address weaknesses without the immediate pressure of dropped points.
Consecutive victories also provide the players with additional confidence ahead of the team’s upcoming league fixtures. ⭐
Hisham El Zahid’s Message to Al Ahly Fans
Hisham El Zahid thanked and appreciated Al Ahly’s supporters, stressing that their continued support provides important motivation for both the players and the coaching staff.
He emphasized that the team will continue working hard during the coming period while maintaining focus and preparing properly for the upcoming matches.
The main objective, he explained, is to continue collecting points and achieving results that meet the expectations of Al Ahly supporters, particularly because competing for the league title requires consistency and avoiding unnecessary dropped points.
Al Ahly Prepare for the Next Stage
Following the victory over ZED, Al Ahly will begin preparations for the next stage of their league campaign as they look to maintain their strong start and secure more victories.
The team will need to maintain its focus during the coming period, especially with matches coming in succession and competition becoming increasingly demanding, while also making the most of every available squad member.
✨ The victory over ZED gives Al Ahly an important boost at the beginning of the season, but the coaching staff understand that the road remains long and that staying at the top and competing for the title will require consistency and continuous hard work.
📢 Do you believe Al Ahly can maintain their strong start and continue winning in the Egyptian Premier League? Share your prediction for the team’s campaign this season. ⚽🔴🏆
