Zamalek Shakeup: Ahmed Abdel Raouf Steps Down After Seven Matches

What happened

Ahmed Abdel Raouf officially stepped away from the head coach role at Zamalek on Tuesday, marking the end of his White Knights tenure. In a statement posted on his social media accounts, he explained that stepping down does not erase the bond with the club, which remains etched in his heart, and expressed pride in the period he served this storied institution.

He also thanked everyone involved in the operation at the club, specifically naming the players as well as the medical and administrative staff, praising the efforts made during his time in charge.

Abdel Raouf added that he would return to the stands as a supporter under any circumstance, closing with the line, the conversation ends here... thank you to Zamalek's loyal fanbase. With his departure, Zamalek's management begins a new search for a manager amid the club's challenging circumstances.

It is noted that Abdel Raouf took charge after Belgian Yanik Ferreira was dismissed due to poor results, and he oversaw seven matches with the Whites, recording 3 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw.

Meanwhile, the club is expected to appoint a new coach as it navigates a turbulent period marked by inconsistent results and mounting pressure from fans.

Punchline: If coaching were a video game, this chapter just unlocked a new level—boss fight: who will replace him?

Punchline 2: In football, the calendar is always offside somewhere, and apparently so is the bench schedule.