Media figure Mohamed Fares called on Al Ahly fans not to rush into making final judgments about Hussein Amouta, the club’s new head coach, stressing that evaluating the Moroccan coach after only one match, especially against Barcelona, does not accurately reflect his technical abilities or determine whether his experience with the Egyptian giants will succeed. ⚽🔥
Fares made his comments following Al Ahly’s participation against Barcelona in the Joan Gamper Trophy, a match that represented the Moroccan coach’s first appearance with the team in a major test against one of Europe’s biggest clubs, amid considerable anticipation over how Al Ahly will look under his leadership during the new season.
Mohamed Fares: Do Not Judge Amouta After One Match
Mohamed Fares stressed that it is still far too early to judge Hussein Amouta’s experience with Al Ahly, pointing out that the coach needs enough time to get to know his players, implement his ideas, and identify the team’s strengths and weaknesses.
Fares said that people were defending Amouta just days earlier because of criticism directed at him before he had even started his job, yet some were already trying to deliver a final judgment after his first match, despite the fact that the opponent was Barcelona.
He explained that the coach’s evaluation should be based on a series of matches and technical factors rather than the result of a single game, particularly because the coaching staff is still at the beginning of its relationship with the team and players.
He emphasized that once Amouta has been given a proper opportunity with Al Ahly and has spent enough time with the squad, it will be possible to evaluate him more completely and determine whether he is suitable for the club based on the circumstances and evidence available at that time.
Barcelona Is Not an Ordinary Test ⭐
The media figure pointed out that facing Barcelona at home represents an extremely difficult test for any coach, stressing that several experienced managers have struggled when facing the Catalan giants at their home stadium.
He explained that playing a team of Barcelona’s level is completely different from regular domestic matches, whether in terms of player quality, speed of play, or constant pressure, making it unreasonable to use one match as the sole basis for judging a coach.
Fares noted that coaches from major European clubs have also faced Barcelona at Camp Nou and suffered difficult results, referring to the experiences of clubs such as Como, Juventus and Tottenham against the Catalan side.
Therefore, Amouta’s first appearance with Al Ahly against Barcelona cannot be considered the final picture of the team, particularly because the coach is still preparing for a long season filled with domestic and continental competitions.
Amouta Needs Time to Understand Al Ahly ✨
Fares stressed that Amouta is still at the beginning of his mission and that Al Ahly have also made changes to their squad during the transfer window, meaning that building chemistry between the players and coaching staff will require time.
He explained that official matches usually provide coaches with more accurate information about players’ abilities than preseason games because they reveal how different players respond to pressure and real competition.
Amouta will therefore need several matches to determine his best lineup, select the most suitable tactical approach, and understand how to use the new signings alongside the players already at the club.
Do Not Compare Amouta with Previous Coaching Experiences 🏆
The media figure warned against making premature comparisons between Hussein Amouta and previous coaches who led Al Ahly without achieving the desired success, arguing that every coaching experience has its own circumstances.
Fares said it was not logical to begin attacking Amouta’s experience immediately and compare him to previous coaches such as Torub and Ribero after only one match.
He also pointed out that Al Ahly selected a coach with an impressive record of achievements, which should be considered when assessing the decision to appoint him.
A Strong Record of Achievements Supports Amouta 📢
Mohamed Fares highlighted some of Hussein Amouta’s major achievements, stressing that the Moroccan coach did not arrive at Al Ahly by chance but instead possesses a history of success with both clubs and national teams.
Fares noted that Amouta has previously won the Moroccan league, the CAF Champions League and the African Nations Championship for local-based players, in addition to winning the league, cup and super cup in Qatar.
His achievements have also extended to international football, as he successfully guided the Jordan national team to qualify for the World Cup for the first time in the country’s history, giving him an important résumé when assessing his coaching abilities.
At the same time, Fares stressed that a strong coaching record does not guarantee success at Al Ahly, emphasizing that football cannot provide advance guarantees for any coach.
Supporting Amouta Does Not Mean Ignoring Mistakes 🔥
Fares explained that supporting a coach during the early stages of his tenure does not mean preventing fans or the media from criticizing tactical mistakes. Instead, criticism should be based on clear logic and football analysis.
He stressed that people can discuss negative aspects or tactical ideas they disagree with, but there must be logic behind those discussions.
This point appears particularly important given the enormous pressure placed on any coach who takes charge of Al Ahly. Expectations rise immediately after an appointment is announced, while results are placed under the microscope from the very first match.
Al Ahly Fans Have an Important Responsibility ⭐
Fares concluded by emphasizing the importance of Al Ahly fans during the early stages of Amouta’s experience, considering their support an essential factor in helping the team move through the process of building a new tactical identity.
He stressed that Al Ahly have always been chosen by players and coaches because the club’s supporters protect and support the team rather than turning against it.
Al Ahly’s delegation returned to Cairo on Thursday morning aboard a private aircraft after completing the club’s overseas training camp in Spain, beginning a new stage of preparations for the official season.
The real judgment on Hussein Amouta will therefore have to wait until the coach has played enough matches and begins to establish his style and define Al Ahly’s identity under his leadership. Can the Moroccan coach transform his previous experience and achievements into another successful chapter with the Red Giants? Share your opinion: Does Amouta need support and patience, or do you believe Al Ahly fans have the right to evaluate him from the beginning? 🏆🔥
