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February 17, 2026 at 07:02 PM
Football
Thorup: Esperance clash will be tough, but our goal is the semi-finals
Al Ahly head coach Jess Thorup expects a challenging CAF Champions League quarter-final against Tunisia’s Esperance Sportive de Tunis, but insists the Red Eagles are focused solely on a semi-final berth.
February 15, 2026 at 09:18 PM
Football
Ahly coach Thorup hails players’ performance, fans’ support after FAR Rabat draw
Al Ahly head coach Jess Thorup lauded his side’s "strong performance" against Morocco’s AS FAR, despite being held to a goalless draw in the final round of the CAF Champions League group stage.
February 14, 2026 at 03:12 PM
Football
Al Ahly coach Thorup says team ready for AS FAR showdown
Al Ahly coach Jess Thorup said his side are ready for Sunday’s decisive Group B clash against Morocco’s AS FAR in the CAF Champions League, urging supporters to pack Cairo International Stadium.