Algerian forward Adem Redjem marks Modern Sport debut with instant impact against Al Ahly

Algerian forward Adem Redjem made an immediate impression on his debut for Modern Sport, setting up a goal within a minute of stepping onto the pitch in a 2-2 draw against Egyptian giants Al Ahly.

The 28-year-old, who arrived this summer from JS Kabylie after two seasons with the Algerian club, was introduced in the 57th minute of the high-profile clash in Cairo.

Just one minute later, he delivered a deft outside-foot pass to team-mate Hassam Hassan, who finished clinically to level the score.

The match had turned in Al Ahly’s favour earlier in the second half when the eight-time African champions broke the deadlock in the 50th minute.

Modern Sport’s response came swiftly after Redjem’s arrival, though celebrations were momentarily halted when the assistant referee flagged for offside.

Following a lengthy VAR review, the decision to allow the goal stood, confirming Redjem’s first decisive contribution in Egyptian football and underscoring his potential value to Modern Sport’s campaign.

Redjem’s journey to this moment began in Algeria with Paradou AC, where he developed before moving to JS Kabylie.

His transfer to Modern Sport this summer marked his first experience in Egyptian football, offering him a new challenge in a different league.

The encounter proved to be a tense affair, with both sides eager to claim maximum points.

Modern Sport’s equaliser reignited the contest, and the momentum swung back and forth in the closing stages.

Al Ahly, renowned for their relentless attacking play and home dominance, pressed to reclaim the lead, but Modern Sport matched them in intensity.

The final whistle brought the game to a close at 2-2, a result that highlighted Modern Sport’s resilience against one of the most decorated clubs on the continent.

For Redjem, it was an auspicious start, not just for the assist but for the confidence it will instil as he adapts to his new surroundings.

Fans and analysts alike will be keen to see whether the Algerian striker can maintain such sharpness and creativity in the matches to come.

His swift contribution against Al Ahly suggests he could play a pivotal role in Modern Sport’s ambitions this season, as the club seeks to challenge Egypt’s traditional powerhouses.

For now, Redjem’s debut will be remembered for its instant impact — a single minute on the pitch was all it took for him to make his mark.