Zamalek Complete Preparations for Petrojet Clash in Egyptian Premier League
Zamalek have completed their final training session ahead of their Egyptian Premier League clash with Petrojet, with the team focusing on tactical preparations under coach Moataz Gamal.
Zamalek’s first-team football squad completed its final training session on Sunday evening at the auxiliary pitch of Cairo’s Air Defense Stadium ahead of their upcoming Egyptian Premier League match against Petrojet.
The match is part of the third round of the 2026-27 Egyptian Premier League season.
Zamalek Reduce Physical Workload Ahead of Match
Zamalek’s coaching staff, led by head coach Moataz Gamal, reduced the players’ physical workload during the final session to avoid fatigue ahead of Monday’s match.
The players completed a physical training session under the supervision of Portuguese fitness coach Nuno Costa Ribeiro before moving on to technical and tactical work.
Tactical Focus in Zamalek’s Final Training Session
The coaching staff focused heavily on tactical aspects during the session, dividing the players into groups for a series of technical exercises.
The coaching staff continuously instructed the players throughout the tactical drills in preparation for the upcoming league fixture.
The session concluded with a small-sided tactical game designed to put the ideas and movements practiced during training into action.
Zamalek vs. Petrojet Match Time
Zamalek will host Petrojet at 8:00 PM on Monday at Cairo International Stadium in the third round of the Egyptian Premier League.
The White Knights will be looking to secure a positive result and strengthen their position early in the league campaign.
Mohamed Sobhi Remains Out of Zamalek Squad
Meanwhile, Zamalek goalkeeper Mohamed Sobhi will remain outside the coaching staff’s plans for the upcoming match against Petrojet.
His absence will mark the third consecutive game in which he has been left out of the squad, following his exclusion from the matches against Al Ittihad Alexandria and National Bank of Egypt.
Technical Decision Behind Mohamed Sobhi’s Absence
A source inside Zamalek confirmed that Sobhi’s absence from the squad is a technical decision made by head coach Moataz Gamal.
Zamalek are entering the fixture with strong focus as the players and coaching staff aim to deliver a convincing performance and collect three valuable points in the third round of the league.
When is Zamalek’s match against Petrojet?
The match is scheduled for 8:00 PM on Monday at Cairo International Stadium.
Where did Zamalek hold their final training session?
The team trained at the auxiliary pitch of Cairo’s Air Defense Stadium.
Who is Zamalek’s head coach?
Moataz Gamal is currently leading the Zamalek coaching staff.
Why is Mohamed Sobhi absent?
His absence is due to a technical decision by head coach Moataz Gamal.
Is this Sobhi’s third consecutive absence?
Yes. He has been excluded from the squad for the third consecutive match after the games against Al Ittihad Alexandria and National Bank of Egypt.
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