Zamalek SC and ENPPI faced off in the 17th round of the Egyptian Premier League on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, but the match was disrupted early on by injuries to key players.
Ahmed Jafeli of Zamalek and Mostafa Yasser Shakshak of ENPPI were both forced off the pitch within the first half-hour.
The game, which kicked off at 19:00 GMT, saw both teams looking to assert dominance, but the intensity took a toll as ENPPI’s Shakshak became the first casualty.
The midfielder, who started for the home side, had to be substituted after just 21 minutes due to an injury.
Zamalek suffered a similar setback just minutes later when Ahmed Jafeli, their Tunisian winter signing from US Monastir, was unable to continue and left the field in the 27th minute.
Coaches await medical assessments
As the match continued, both teams adjusted their tactics following the enforced substitutions.
At the time of the injuries, the score remained 0-0, with neither side able to capitalize on early opportunities.
The severity of the injuries is yet to be confirmed, and both clubs are expected to provide updates after medical assessments.
The coaches are set to address the media in their post-match press conferences, where further details on the players’ conditions are likely to be disclosed.
With both ENPPI and Zamalek competing for crucial league points, the availability of Shakshak and Jafeli in the coming fixtures could have a significant impact on their respective teams.
