CAF Champions League: Al Ahly goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir ruled out of Orlando Pirates clash

Egyptian giants Al Ahly will have to negotiate for points without their influential goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir when they take on Orlando Pirates in the CAF Champions League.

The 24-year-old Egyptian goalkeeper sustained a torn hamstring injury at training. Following a successful medical examination, the enterprising goalkeeper has been sidelined for a month.

Shobeir will, however, missed Al Ahly’s upcoming CAF Champions League clash against South African side Orlando Pirates.

His absence come as a huge blow for the coach Marcel Koller as the team prepare for crunch encounter.

The much-anticipated clash has been scheduled for Saturday, December 7, 2024 at Orlando Stadium.

The Egyptian powerhouse commenced the group phase of the Champions League on a good note, defeating Stade d’Abidjan 4-2 at the Cairo International Stadium.