Zamalek’s newly appointed head coach, Ayman Al-Ramadi, led his first training session on Wednesday as the Cairo giants prepare for their crucial Egyptian Premier League clash against Ceramica Cleopatra.
The session took place at the club’s training ground, marking the beginning of Al-Ramadi’s tenure at the helm of the White Knights.
The match, part of round 5 fixtures of the Egyptian Premier League Championship playoff, is set for Friday at the Arab Contractors Stadium.
It represents a significant test for Al-Ramadi, who will be looking to guide Zamalek back into title contention as they aim to close the gap on the league’s top sides.
Joining Al-Ramadi in the dugout is a newly assembled technical team, which includes Wael Kobani as the club’s new director of football.
The management shakeup signals the club’s intent to stabilize its performance following a turbulent start to the season.
Wednesday’s training began with a physically demanding drill led by fitness coach Mario Tomljanović, designed to sharpen the squad’s fitness ahead of the high-stakes fixture.
The emphasis was on conditioning and tactical awareness, reflecting Al-Ramadi’s strategy to ensure his side can compete at a high tempo against a resilient Ceramica Cleopatra side.
Zamalek currently sits third in the league standings, holding 40 points, seven behind leaders Pyramids and six adrift of second-placed Al Ahly.
With only a few games left in the campaign, the pressure is on Al-Ramadi to quickly impose his tactical philosophy and ignite a late-season surge.
The coming weeks will be critical for the White Knights as they seek to salvage their season and secure a strong finish, with their loyal supporters demanding a return to form and silverware.
