Amouta makes surprise changes to Al-Ahly lineup for Egyptian Premier League clash with Zamalek
Al-Ahly coach Hussein Amouta introduces new faces in defense against Zamalek amid key injury absences in the Egyptian Premier League derby.
Key Takeaways
AIMoroccan coach Hussein Amouta of Al-Ahly made unexpected changes to the defensive lineup for Sunday’s derby against Zamalek at Cairo International Stadium, as part of the Egyptian Premier League fixtures.
Amouta opted to start his compatriot Achraf Dari at center-back alongside new full-back Tawfiq Mohamed, marking their first appearances in Al-Ahly’s starting lineup this league season. The pair joined Yassin Marei and Mohamed Hany in defense, with Mostafa Shobeir in goal.
Key absences in Al-Ahly defense
Al-Ahly were without Yasser Ibrahim, Amr El-Gazzar, and Ahmed Nabil "Koka" due to injuries, prompting the coaching staff to bring in new players to cover the gaps.
Al-Ahly lineup against Zamalek
In midfield, Akram Tawfiq started alongside Marwan Attia and Imam Ashour, while the attack was led by Moroccans Achraf Ben Sherki and Sofiane Benjida, joined by former Zamalek star Ahmed Mostafa Sayed "Zizo".
Both teams have 13 points from five matches, with Zamalek in second place on goal difference, while Pyramids lead the table by two points.
Al-Ahly starting XI vs Zamalek:
Goalkeeper: Mostafa Shobeir
Defense: Mohamed Hany, Yassin Marei, Achraf Dari, Tawfiq Mohamed
Midfield: Marwan Attia, Akram Tawfiq, Imam Ashour
Attack: Zizo, Sofiane Benjida, Achraf Ben Sherki