Ammouta extols Al Ahly’s deserved derby win over Zamalek

Al Ahly head coach Hussein Ammouta said the Red Eagles secured a deserved victory over Zamalek in their Egyptian Premier League clash on Sunday.

Al Ahly defeated Zamalek 2-0 on Matchday 6 at Cairo International Stadium to climb to the top of the league standings with 16 points.

Speaking at the post-match press conference, Ammouta acknowledged the difficulty of derby encounters, particularly with the match taking place shortly after the international break.

He also praised the performances of several players who were given opportunities, singling out Achraf Dari and Tawfik Mohamed for their impressive displays.

Ammouta paid tribute to Al Ahly’s supporters for their unwavering backing throughout the match, while thanking the entire squad and his coaching staff for their efforts in preparing the team for the encounter.

“We played an excellent match, took the initiative, and created numerous chances against our opponents,” Ammouta said at the post-match press conference.

“We worked hard to prepare the players despite several injury-related absences. Every player was eager to feature and give his best.”

He added that Al Ahly have quality players in every position, stressing that the team relies on contributions from every member of the squad.

Ammouta also explained that the coaching staff made several second-half substitutions to inject fresh energy into the team, noting that tactical decisions are tailored to the circumstances of each match.

“Winning a derby is always a special feeling. We prepared well for this match and delivered a strong performance. The players made the most of key moments and handled the different situations on the pitch well,” he concluded.