Nabil Kouki sends strong message before facing Zesco as Al-Masry targets group lead
Nabil Kouki confirms Al-Masry’s full readiness to beat Zesco and secure top spot in the CAF Confederation Cup group stage.
Tunisian coach Nabil Kouki, manager of Al-Masry SC, confirmed that his team is fully prepared to overcome Zesco United on Friday in the second round of the CAF Confederation Cup group stage ⚽🔥
Speaking during the press conference, Kouki explained that both teams possess strong African experience, adding that the staff handled the short recovery time between the Kaizer Chiefs match and the upcoming clash with Zesco with great focus.
He noted that Al-Masry aims to deliver a strong performance that reflects the players’ technical and physical abilities, stressing that the goal is to secure another positive result after the important opening-round win over Kaizer Chiefs ✨
The match will kick off at 3 PM on Friday at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola, Zambia — a tough away fixture where Al-Masry hopes to maintain its position at the top of the group.
Al-Masry currently leads the group after defeating Kaizer Chiefs 2-1, while Zamalek sits second with the same points after beating Zesco 1-0 in the first round. Fans are hoping for another strong showing from the Port Said club 🙌💚
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