Medeama arrive safely in Cairo ahead of Al Ahly clash in the CAF Champions League
Ghanaian champions, Medeama, have arrived in Cairo for their historic CAF Champions League group stage encounter against Egyptian giants Al Ahly set for Saturday.
Departing from Accra on Wednesday morning, the team, attired in mauve suits, confirmed their arrival in the evening. Consisting of 21 players and 11 backroom staff, including a video analyst, Medeama is poised for a challenging mission at the Al-Salam Stadium.
The group, featuring experienced sides Al Ahly, Tanzanian champions Yanga FC, and Algerian champions CR Belouizdad, poses a significant challenge for the debutants.
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Expressing their aspirations, Medeama coach Evans Adotey, in a pre-departure interview on Akoma FM, stated, “We must ensure we advance to the quarter-finals because this is a league competition rather than a knockout round.” Detailing his tactical approach for the upcoming match, he explained, “Going into the Al Ahly match, I want to keep a clean sheet, attack and defend, and ensure I don’t lose.”
Adotey exuded confidence in his team’s ability, emphasizing, “I’m confident that we won’t lose in Egypt, and I’m preparing my boys well to ensure that we return home with positive results.”
His optimism extends beyond the group stage, firmly declaring, “I firmly believe that we will play in the quarter-finals following the group stages, and nothing can threaten my confidence.”
The upcoming clash promises to be an intriguing battle as Medeama faces a formidable Al Ahly side eager to commence their title defense with a victory on November 25. The debutants are determined to make a mark in the prestigious CAF Champions League.
