Inside Al Ahly: Sayed Abdel Hafiz Lays Out His Mission for the Club's Board

Profile and Mission

Sayed Abdel Hafiz, a candidate for the Al Ahly board in the upcoming elections, declares that the role is a major responsibility and that he intends to meet it with dedication. He told the club's media center that running for the board is a significant step for the period ahead and for reaffirming the club's constants and the vision of Mahmoud Al-Khatib's list for many files the team will work to achieve.

Abdel Hafiz adds that there will be multiple roles within the board, but the ultimate aim is to serve the club’s interests, and he hopes to succeed in this mission. He notes that there are senior figures from the sport who have joined the list, each bringing their experience and ambitions to serve the club, its members, and its fans. He intends to work diligently within the framework of the list to deliver results.

The former football director highlights that the recent period has seen many major achievements by past administrations, and those efforts should be acknowledged while efforts continue to achieve even more. He emphasizes that Al Ahly’s renown and position on the national and continental stage demand ongoing progress and responsible leadership.

Election Day and Operational Readiness

Abdel Hafiz explains that as a club member, his focus will expand across services, facilities, teams, and related operational matters. He stresses that the campaign will prioritize the club’s interests, and he is determined to contribute to the club’s development in every arena and for all members.

The discussion also touches on the presence of influential former players who joined the list, each bringing unique expertise to strengthen the club and meet members’ expectations. Abdel Hafiz underscores the importance of continuing to build on the club’s solid foundations while pursuing new opportunities and investments to secure a brighter future for Al Ahly and its supporters.

He acknowledges that the club’s governance must adapt to ongoing changes, invest in resources, and explore new horizons to maximize the club’s assets. He reiterates that Mahmoud Al-Khatib selected the list based on specific criteria and that diverse viewpoints will be balanced to serve the club’s goals.

There is a strong call for a high turnout at the General Assembly on October 31, with Abdel Hafiz urging members from all segments to participate. He frames the assembly as a unifying moment for all Al Ahly supporters and stresses that, while there may be differences of opinion, there is consensus on loving the club and supporting its growth.

The club has announced full judicial oversight of the voting process to ensure transparency and fairness. Steps have been taken to facilitate participation, including logistical arrangements and support for members during election day, underscoring the club’s commitment to a smooth, transparent process.

Practical measures for member convenience

In a bid to ease access to the election, the club has arranged parking at nearby facilities and organized transport to move members from parking to the club’s venue, reducing congestion and ensuring members can cast their votes without hassle. The overarching aim is to deliver a comfortable, respectful voting experience that reflects the club’s values and hospitality.

Two light-hearted notes from the campaign: first, if elected, Abdel Hafiz promises to bring snacks to the board meetings—because even strategic discussions deserve a little fuel. Second, he jokes that transparency will be so clear that members might need sunglasses to read the financials—though the receipts will still be legible and tidy.