Al Ahly receive injury boost ahead of Zamalek clash as Mohamed Taher, Yasser Ibrahim near returns

Al Ahly have received encouraging updates on the condition of several injured players as the club prepares for the highly anticipated Egyptian Premier League clash against Zamalek.

The two Cairo giants are scheduled to meet on October 11 at 8pm Cairo and Saudi Arabia time at the Cairo International Stadium, with both sides expected to have key players back in contention.

Taher Mohamed Taher is reportedly making good progress from his injury, with his condition described as reassuring. There are no major concerns surrounding the forward, and he is expected to recover in time to be available for the derby against Zamalek.

Yasser Ibrahim is also edging closer to a return to action after continuing his treatment and rehabilitation programme following an ankle injury.

The defender has been working on his recovery and could be available for selection as Al Ahly step up preparations for the important league encounter.

Meanwhile, Al Ahly have put special rehabilitation programmes in place for their injured players as the technical staff look to ensure they return to full fitness before being reintegrated into competitive action.

Goalkeeper and captain Mohamed El Shenawy is among those undergoing a tailored programme as the club works to get him back to the highest possible level of readiness.

With the Zamalek derby approaching, Al Ahly will be hoping their injured players continue to make positive progress and provide the squad with a timely boost ahead of one of the most anticipated fixtures on the Egyptian football calendar.