Al-Ahly goalkeeper Mustafa Shober has been ruled out of the upcoming Intercontinental Cup after sustaining an injury during the team’s recent Egyptian Premier League match against Al-Ahly Bank.
The game ended in a goalless draw, with Shober featuring as the starting goalkeeper.
Medical examinations revealed that Shober suffered a strain in his posterior muscle, sidelining him for an estimated two to three weeks.
The club’s medical team has prescribed a rehabilitation program to facilitate his recovery and ensure his return to peak condition.
As part of the recovery plan, Shober will undergo an MRI scan in 10 days to evaluate his progress and determine when he can rejoin the team’s collective training sessions.
Shober’s absence is a significant blow to Al-Ahly as they gear up for the Intercontinental Cup, set to take place in Qatar from December 14.
The team is scheduled to depart for Qatar on December 10 to prepare for the high-stakes tournament.
In the semi-final round, Al-Ahly will face the winner of the clash between Mexican club Pachuca and Brazilian side Botafogo.
This competition marks a crucial test for Al-Ahly, which is eager to make an impression on the global stage despite the setback of losing their first-choice goalkeeper.
The injury presents a challenge for head coach Marcel Kohler, who will need to rely on backup options to safeguard the team’s ambitions in the tournament.
Al-Ahly fans, meanwhile, hope for a swift recovery for Shober as the team aims to uphold its reputation as one of Africa’s most successful football clubs.
