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Pain, Plans, and a Big Africa Test: Al Ahly's Injury Watch Before the Rabat Showdown

22 November 2025

Pain, Plans, and a Big Africa Test: Al Ahly's Injury Watch Before the Rabat Showdown
Al Ahly’s 4-1 win over JS Kabylie boosts momentum ahead of the Rabat clash

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Al Ahly are preparing to face the Royal Army of Morocco in Rabat on Friday, in the CAF Champions League group stage’s second round in Group B.

Following a 4-1 victory over JS Kabylie in Cairo, Ahmed Mustafa “Zizo” revealed he played 80 minutes despite lingering pains and will continue to be evaluated by the club medical team, without offering further medical specifics.

The team will monitor his status ahead of the Rabat match, while the squad trained confidently under Danish manager Jes Turup who has begun imprinting his style on the group.

Turup highlighted the players’ ability to adapt to his approach, noting that the group is among the competition’s most challenging but expressing belief that the side will build on positive momentum as they shift focus to the next opponent, the Royal Army Rabat.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mohamed El Shennawy’s status?

He has an adductor muscle issue and will undergo ultrasound scans; he was substituted to avoid aggravation and his participation in training will be assessed later.

What was the result vs. JS Kabylie and what does it mean for the group?

Al Ahly won 4-1 in Cairo, taking the initiative in Group B and signaling intent to push for more points, especially ahead of the Rabat trip.

Who is the coach and what did he say after the Kabylie game?

Danish coach Jes Turup said the team controlled the match, created numerous chances, and that fitness and collective work were key; he also stressed treating the next game with the same focus.