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Zamalek’s first football team engaged in a specialized physical session at the White Castle’s gym before the start of collective training on Saturday, preparing for the upcoming phase.
This session was part of the program designed by the coaching staff led by Muatamad Jamal to optimize the players’ physical readiness.
Muatamad Jamal’s Messages to the Players
Before the training, Muatamad Jamal held a session with the players, acknowledging their efforts during the past period, following the recent negative break, expressing gratitude, and urging them to continue their work and focus.
Emphasizing the need for seriousness, concentration, and maximum effort during the current period, Muatamad Jamal stressed the importance of executing their tasks diligently in preparation for the upcoming phase.
The head coach of the White Battalion also took the opportunity to explain some tactical and technical ideas intended for implementation during Saturday’s training.
Regular Participation of Professional Duo
Senegalese Ibrahim Ndaye and Beninese Samuel Akinyola participated in collective training after completing their rehabilitation programs following their return to Cairo from their recent break.
The duo underwent the rehabilitation and physical segment alongside the technical exercises, preparing for the upcoming period.
Shikabala’s Return to Collective Training
Zamalek’s captain, Mahmoud Abdel Razek Shikabala, joined collective training after completing his rehabilitation program due to fatigue.
He has been optimally prepared for participation in group sessions.
Shikabala underwent the rehabilitation and physical segment alongside the tactical segment, participating naturally in preparation for the upcoming period.
Methlouthi Continues Rehabilitation
Hamza Methlouthi, the right-back for the team, underwent a special rehabilitation session on the sidelines of the training, following the rehabilitation program prescribed by the team’s medical staff under the leadership of Dr. Mohamed Osama.
This was due to the player’s complaint of strain in the calf muscle.
The Tunisian player is entering the final stage of the rehabilitation program and is expected to join regular training once his complete readiness is confirmed.
Strong Technical Division
Zamalek players engaged in a robust technical division at the end of the training, applying several tactical ideas that had been practiced.
The coaching staff consistently provided players with tactical instructions during the division, along with correcting mistakes.
The Zamalek team is currently preparing to participate in the friendly tournament organized by the Emirates Club in Abu Dhabi from January 18 to 24, featuring Saudi’s Al-Ittifaq and Qatar’s Umm Salal.
Additionally, Zamalek will compete in the Dubai Challenge Cup from January 26 to 28, alongside Morocco’s Raja, Saudi’s Al-Ahli, and China’s Wuhan Three Towns.
