Al Ahly fans demand coach Koller sacking after CAF Champions League exit

Angry Al Ahly supporters lashed out at head coach Marcel Koller after the team was knocked by Mamelodi Sundowns in the CAF Champions League semi-finals on Friday.

After a goalles draw in in Pretoria six days ago, things looked good for the Egyptian side when Taher Mohamed broke the deadlock 24 minutes into the first half.

Unfortunately for the Cairo team, Yasser Ibrahim’s own goal in the 90th minute was enough for the South Africans to qualify to the final.

Al Ahly fans responded to the disappointing result demanding the sacking of Koller, who led the team to win the CAF Champions League in the last two seasons.

About Al Ahly

Al Ahly, also known as the Red Devils, is a sports club based in Cairo, Egypt. Founded in 1907, it is one of the oldest and most successful sports clubs in Africa.

The club’s name “Al Ahly” translates to “The National” in English, reflecting its historical significance and role in Egyptian sports.

The club is the most successful in Egypt, with a record number of Egyptian Premier League titles and Egypt Cup wins. The team has also enjoyed significant success in African competitions, winning the CAF Champions League a record nine times.

This success has earned the club a reputation as one of the top football clubs in Africa.

The club’s home stadium is the Cairo International Stadium, which has a seating capacity of over 75,000. Al Ahly’s fans are known for their passion and dedication, creating an electric atmosphere at matches. The club’s supporters are considered some of the most loyal and enthusiastic in Africa, with a large following both in Egypt and across the continent.

Al Ahly has a strong rivalry with other Egyptian football clubs, particularly Zamalek SC.

The matches between Al Ahly and Zamalek are known as the Cairo Derby, and are highly anticipated events in the Egyptian football calendar. These matches are often intense and closely contested, reflecting the long-standing rivalry between the two clubs.

Throughout its history, the club has produced many talented footballers who have gone on to represent Egypt and other countries in international competitions. The club is also known for its youth academy, which has developed numerous young players who have gone on to achieve success in Egyptian and international football. Al Ahly’s commitment to developing young talent has been a key factor in its sustained success over the years.

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