Al Ahly Trio Apologize After Missed Penalties Against Pachuca as Club Considers Staff Changes
Following Al Ahly’s defeat to Mexico’s Pachuca in the Intercontinental Cup semi-final on penalties (5-6), players Mahmoud Kahraba, Omar Kamal Abdelwahid, and Khaled Abdel Fattah apologized to the coaching staff and teammates, while the club’s management considers administrative changes.
After Al Ahly suffered a heartbreaking loss to Pachuca in the Intercontinental Cup semi-final following a 5-6 penalty shootout, emotions ran high within the team camp 😔. The trio Mahmoud Kahraba, Omar Kamal Abdelwahid, and Khaled Abdel Fattah missed their penalties, prompting them to issue an apology to head coach Marcel Koller and their teammates.
⚽ The players expressed regret over the missed chances, explaining that luck wasn’t on their side, and emphasized that their sole aim was to help the team reach the final against Real Madrid.
🗣️ They clarified that the misses came under intense psychological pressure, not due to a lack of preparation or focus, reaffirming their full commitment and unity with the team going forward.
🔴 Meanwhile, a source within Al Ahly’s football department revealed that the club’s board is considering appointing a new football director following the loss, in an effort to restore discipline and structure within the squad.
💬 Several names are reportedly under consideration for the role, but no final decision has been made yet, as the club seeks a strong and experienced figure capable of managing big players and high-stakes tournaments.
👀 This move comes as part of Al Ahly’s plan to regroup and prepare for upcoming competitions, following their impressive overall performance despite the painful elimination.
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