Al Ahly line up friendlies in Spain as preparations for new season continue

Al Ahly are set to intensify their preparations for the upcoming season with a series of friendly matches in Spain, as the Egyptian giants look to fine-tune their squad ahead of a demanding campaign.

The Egyptian powerhouse have made progress in arranging friendly fixtures during their training camp in Spain, with the club working on securing strong opposition to help the team prepare competitively.

Al Ahly are scheduled to face Spanish side Badalona in a friendly encounter on August 12 as part of their preparations while based in Spain.

The match forms part of the club’s broader pre-season program, designed to give players valuable match fitness and allow the technical staff to assess the squad ahead of the new season.

Besides, Al Ahly have reached a preliminary agreement with another Spanish club, Sabadell, over a possible friendly match on August 13.

However, the fixture has not yet been confirmed, as Al Ahly are still considering several options before making a final decision on their second opponent.

Meanwhile, a number of clubs have been proposed as potential opponents, with the final choice expected to be determined after evaluating the available options and the technical requirements of the coaching staff.

The planned friendlies come as Al Ahly continue preparations for a busy period ahead, with the club aiming to ensure the squad reaches the required level of readiness before competitive action resumes.

The Egyptian champions are expected to use their time in Spain as an opportunity to improve tactical cohesion, integrate new players and build physical sharpness ahead of their domestic and continental commitments.

The training camp will also provide the coaching staff with a chance to test different formations and assess the readiness of players ahead of the new Egyptian Premier League season.

Al Ahly’s pre-season preparations are expected to conclude with a high-profile friendly against Spanish giants Barcelona in the Joan Gamper Trophy. The match is scheduled to take place at Camp Nou on June 19, before the team returns to Cairo to begin preparations for the start of the Egyptian League campaign.

With several important fixtures ahead, Al Ahly are determined to make the most of their time in Spain and enter the new season in the strongest possible condition.