Hamza Mathlouthi doubtful for Zamalek SC’s clash against Ghazl El Mahallah

Zamalek SC faces a potential setback ahead of their Egyptian Premier League encounter against Ghazl El Mahallah, as central defender Hamza Mathlouthi remains uncertain for the match.

The Tunisian international, who sustained an injury during Zamalek’s 2-0 victory over Mozambique’s Black Bulls in the CAF Confederation Cup, was forced to leave the field in the 80th minute. Mostafa El Zenary stepped in to replace him, but Mathlouthi’s recovery has been slower than anticipated.

According to team sources, the 32-year-old defender has not yet regained full fitness and may miss the crucial away fixture.

His absence could pose a challenge for Zamalek, who are looking to bounce back from their recent 1-0 league defeat against Al Masry.

Manager José Gomez will need to make tactical adjustments as his side aims to secure three points and climb higher in the league standings.

Zamalek currently sits fifth with six points, and a victory could push them into the top three.

The match, scheduled for Monday at 18:00 GMT, represents a pivotal moment in Zamalek’s season as they seek to regain momentum both domestically and on the continental stage.

Mathlouthi’s fitness will be closely monitored in the hours leading up to the game, with the team’s defensive setup likely hinging on his availability.

As the squad prepares for the challenge, Zamalek fans will be hoping their team can overcome this hurdle and deliver a strong performance against Ghazl El Mahallah.