Al Ahly is facing a significant challenge as defender Yassin Marai has been sidelined for approximately four weeks due to an injury sustained during the match against Smouha in the 19th round of the Egyptian Premier League. Medical assessments have revealed that Marai has suffered a tear in his adductor muscle, which will prevent him from participating in training and matches for the next few weeks.
With Marai unavailable, Al Ahly’s Danish coach Jes Torup is now weighing his options for the upcoming match against ZED in the 20th round of the league. He must decide between Ahmed Ramadan Beckham and Hadi Riad to fill the defensive gap alongside Yasser Ibrahim.
Despite this setback, Al Ahly recently celebrated a narrow 1-0 victory over Smouha, secured by a goal from Marwan Osman. This win has continued to bolster their momentum in the league, keeping them firmly in the hunt for the title as they hold the third position in the standings with 36 points. They trail Pyramids and Zamalek by just one point, highlighting that the competition remains tightly contested.
Al Ahly will be looking to maintain their strong performance in the league, demonstrating resilience in the face of injury setbacks, and hoping to continue their pursuit of the championship.