Pyramids FC launch reserve team under Moatasem Salem as new side secure impressive friendly victory

Pyramids FC have stepped up preparations for the next stage of their campaign by establishing a reserve team under the leadership of Moatasem Salem, with the newly assembled side making an encouraging start by recording a 3-0 victory over Mansheyet Helwan in a friendly match.

The initiative was agreed upon by Pyramids sporting director Hani Saeed and first-team head coach Rulani Mokwena, with Salem appointed to oversee the development and preparation of the reserve squad.

Khaled Abdullah has been assigned to assist him as the club works to build a team capable of competing in official matches during the next stage.

The formation of Pyramids ‘B’ is part of the club’s preparations to ensure the reserve players are ready for competitive action when required.

Their first friendly provided an opportunity for the technical staff to assess the squad, give players valuable playing time and evaluate the team’s readiness ahead of its planned participation in official fixtures.

Pyramids ‘B’ make winning start with three-goal performance

The reserve side began its preparations on a positive note, defeating Mansheyet Helwan 3-0 in its opening friendly encounter.

Promising youngsters Ali Hamouda, Younes Mohamed and Mohamed Saad were all on target, with each player contributing to a convincing result for Salem’s team.

The victory offered an encouraging first outing for the newly formed squad as preparations continue for the challenges ahead.

It also gave the coaching staff an opportunity to examine several players across different positions and assess the available options within the reserve team.

Pyramids used two different line-ups during the encounter, with a number of players featuring after the interval as the technical team made changes to give more members of the squad an opportunity to participate.

For the opening half, Mahmoud Gad was selected in goal, with Hassan Hesham, Abdullah Badir, Marwan Saber and Omar Abdel Azim forming the defensive line.

Youssef Eid, Malek Moatasem, Hassan Tarek, Youssef Misho and Omar Sabry operated in midfield, while Ali Hamouda was deployed as the team’s attacking option.

Salem rotates squad as several players feature after the break

The coaching staff introduced several changes for the second half, allowing additional players to gain match experience as the team continued its preparations.

Ziad Haitham replaced Mahmoud Gad in goal, while Mohamed Mostafa, Marwan Saber, Wael Mohamed, Walid Mohamed and Ahmed Ali were among those who featured after the interval.

Ahmed Mostafa, Ahmed Mohi, Younes Mohamed, Hamza Ali, Mohamed Saad, Magid Hossam, Ahmed Adel and Saleh Amr also participated in the second period.

The changes allowed Salem and his technical team to assess a wider selection of players during the friendly, while the appearance of Younes Mohamed and Mohamed Saad was particularly rewarding, with both players finding the net.

Moatasem Salem leads Pyramids reserve technical team

Salem has been appointed as the technical director of Pyramids ‘B’, with a coaching and medical team assembled to support his work.

He will be assisted by Salah Rico, who has taken the role of general coach, while Khaled Abdullah will be responsible for goalkeeping training.

The backroom staff also includes physical trainer Essam Abu Shousha, team doctor Dr Essam El Demerdash and field assistant Ahmed Sayed.

The appointments form part of Pyramids’ efforts to establish a technical structure capable of overseeing the reserve team’s development and preparing its players for official competition.

With their first friendly ending in a comfortable 3-0 victory, Pyramids ‘B’ have made a promising start under Salem’s leadership.

The team will continue its preparations as the club works towards having the reserve squad ready to take part in official matches during the next stage.