In a friendly match held at the Ismailia Stadium, Ismaily Sporting Club secured a victory over South Sinai Stars, a prominent team in the Egyptian Premier League, with a scoreline of 3-2.
The game, aimed at maintaining player readiness during the current break, showcased Ismaily’s resilience, with Hazem Morsi netting two goals and Bassem Morsi adding another to secure the win.
The coaching staff strategically included players who had not featured prominently in the recent league match against Ceramica Cleopatra.
This decision aimed to preserve their fitness levels during the ongoing hiatus, highlighting Ismaily’s commitment to keeping all players in optimal condition both physically and tactically.
Ismaily had suffered a defeat against Ceramica Cleopatra in the Egyptian League Cup, losing 3-1 in a match played on Wednesday.
The lineup for that fixture included Kamal El-Sayed in goal, a defensive quartet consisting of Mohamed Desouki, Iyad Al-Asqalani, Mohamed Nasr, and Essam Sabry.
The midfield featured Abdullah El-Said and Marwan Hamdi, while the attacking trio comprised Nader Farag, Mahmoud El-Shabrawy, Yaw Anwar, and Abdel Rahman Magdi.
The team’s strategic approach involves organizing friendly matches after every official game to continuously assess the technical and physical readiness of all players.
This proactive strategy is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge and ensuring the squad’s preparedness.
It’s worth noting that the Egyptian League Cup draw placed Ismaily in Group Three alongside Ceramica Cleopatra, ENPPI, and El Dakhlia.
After the loss against Ceramica Cleopatra, Ismaily looks to bounce back and make a strong showing in the upcoming fixtures, adhering to its commitment to excellence in Egyptian football.