Ribero Sets Team Gathering Ahead of Modern Sport Camp
Spanish coach Jose Ribero, head coach of Al Ahly, scheduled the team’s gathering for 8 PM tonight at a hotel in Fifth Settlement, preparing for a closed training camp before their upcoming league match.
Al Ahly is set to face Modern Sport tomorrow, Saturday, in the first league match of the season—a new beginning under a different coaching leadership.
Morning Training and a Change in Routine
The team held its main training session this morning at Al-Tetch Stadium in Gezira, marking a departure from the traditional routine, which usually involved evening training before entering the camp.
Ribero allowed players to leave after the morning session and regroup at the hotel in the evening, reflecting his approach to managing players’ physical and mental readiness.
Tactical Briefing and Light Training
Before training, Ribero gave a tactical lecture highlighting key instructions to be applied against Modern Sport.
The coach focused on specific tactical patterns while ensuring players are not overexerted ahead of the important match.
First Official Test for the New Coach
Tomorrow’s match will be Ribero’s first official appearance as Al Ahly’s head coach in local competitions after taking charge before the club’s recent FIFA Club World Cup participation in the United States.
Comprehensive Analysis of Modern Sport
As part of preparations, Ribero received a detailed performance report from the technical analysis team, covering Modern Sport’s results last season, playing style, key signings, and recent friendly matches.
This analysis is part of Al Ahly’s effort to start the season strongly and defend their league title, aiming for a confident performance from the first round.
