Al-Ahly Crowned Egyptian Super Cup Champions
Extreme joy for Al-Ahly players after winning the Egyptian Super Cup
Victory for the 15th Time
Al-Ahly players expressed great joy after the team was crowned champion of the Egyptian Super Cup in Abu Dhabi following a 7-6 victory over Zamalek on penalties, after the end of the original and extra time of the final match in a goalless draw on Thursday.
Players’ Reactions
Moahmed El-Shenawy, Al-Ahly’s captain and goalkeeper, who saved two of the penalty kicks, stated in television statements, “A very big gain for Al-Ahly’s players and they performed in a high spirit… We will celebrate today and from tomorrow, preparing for another match.”
Regarding saving a penalty kick taken by Mahmoud Abdel Razek (Shikabala), the Zamalek player, El-Shenawy said, “Shikabala is a great player, and saving the penalty kick he took does not diminish his value as a great player.”
Captain’s Additional Comments
El-Shenawy added, “Shikabala is a great player, and saving the penalty kick he took does not diminish his value as a great player.”
Team’s Gratitude and Commitment to the Championship
For his part, Amr Al-Soulia said, “We thank God for the win… We played a great match and we could have won in the first half, but there was no success… Thank God that we made our fans happy with this coronation.” Al-Ahly player, Ahmed Nabil Koka, echoed this sentiment, saying, “Praise be to God… Al-Ahly does not lose two championships after each other.” Imam Ashour also expressed his happiness, saying, “We are happy to win the Egyptian Super Cup title… We missed (Mahmoud Abdel Moneim) Kahraba, but we promised him that we would celebrate the championship with him in Cairo, and I congratulate the Al-Ahly fans.”
Conclusion
In conclusion, Al-Ahly players expressed their extreme joy and gratitude after winning the Egyptian Super Cup, a title that the team has won for the 15th time. The team’s players credited their successful performance to their experience, which helped them come back in the penalty shootout.
FAQs
* When was the Egyptian Super Cup held?
The Egyptian Super Cup was held in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, resulting in a goalless draw during the original and extra time, followed by a 7-6 victory in penalties for Al-Ahly.
* Who was the winner of the Egyptian Super Cup?
Al-Ahly won the Egyptian Super Cup, defeating Zamalek 7-6 in penalties.
* How many times has Al-Ahly won the Egyptian Super Cup?
Al-Ahly has won the Egyptian Super Cup 15 times, a record for the team.