Ahmed Khodry, El-Sayed Osama and Mohamed Ibrahim, the Zamalek first-team trio, returned to collective training during Wednesday’s session at the Defence Academy’s auxiliary pitch.
The three players rejoined the squad after completing their recent camp with Egypt’s Olympic team, which was held as part of preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations tournament that serves as a qualification pathway for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.
Zamalek Trio Rejoin Team Training
Ahmed Khodry, El-Sayed Osama and Mohamed Ibrahim returned to Zamalek following the conclusion of their Olympic team camp.
The trio took part normally in the team’s training session as the coaching staff continued preparations for the upcoming Egypt Capital Cup match against ZED.
Their return comes as Zamalek work to prepare the full squad for the upcoming fixtures and the resumption of official competitions.
Zamalek Prepare for ZED in the Egypt Capital Cup
Zamalek are preparing to face ZED on October 7 at Arab Contractors Stadium in the Egypt Capital Cup.
Head coach Moataz Gamal is using the international break to work on the squad’s physical and technical readiness while also monitoring players returning from national-team camps.
The ZED match is part of the team’s preparations for a busy period of domestic and continental competitions.
ZED Match Comes Before Al Ahly Clash
The ZED fixture is part of Zamalek’s preparation program before their league meeting with Al Ahly.
The coaching staff is using the current break to improve the players’ readiness through training sessions and friendly matches before official competition resumes.
Zamalek Schedule Two Friendlies During International Break
Zamalek’s coaching staff arranged two friendly matches during the current international break as part of preparations for the ZED fixture and to maintain the squad’s match fitness.
The team played its first friendly against Modern Sport last Sunday at Cairo Stadium’s auxiliary pitch.
Zamalek to Face ENPPI in Second Friendly
Zamalek are scheduled to play their second friendly against ENPPI on Sunday, October 4, at Petrosport Stadium.
The coaching staff aims to use the match to prepare the players, provide opportunities for different squad members and assess the team’s technical and physical condition before the return of competitive football.
Zamalek Prepare for Upcoming Competitions
Zamalek continue their preparations for the upcoming fixtures while competing across the league, Egypt Capital Cup and CAF Champions League.
The return of Ahmed Khodry, El-Sayed Osama and Mohamed Ibrahim provides the squad with three additional options after the trio completed their Olympic team commitments and returned to collective training.
Which Zamalek players returned to team training?
Ahmed Khodry, El-Sayed Osama and Mohamed Ibrahim.
Why were the three players away from Zamalek training?
They were part of Egypt’s Olympic team camp during the recent international period.
When will Zamalek face ZED?
Zamalek will face ZED on October 7 at Arab Contractors Stadium.
Who will Zamalek face in friendly matches during the break?
Zamalek played Modern Sport and are scheduled to face ENPPI in their second friendly.
When is the Zamalek vs ENPPI friendly?
The match is scheduled for Sunday, October 4, at Petrosport Stadium.
