After winning the Egypt Cup, Emad El-Nahas opens the door to leaving: I have external offers, but the club is my priority.
Imad Al-Nahas opens the door to departure after Al-Masry’s Cairo Cup triumph: I have external offers, but the club is my priority
Imad Al-Nahas, the head coach of the Port Said-based Al-Masry club, revealed his stance on continuing with the team for the upcoming season, after leading them to win the Egyptian League Cup title following a victory over ENPPI in the final match.
Imad Al-Nahas opens the door to departure after Al-Masry’s Cairo Cup triumph: I have external offers, but the club is my priority
Al-Masry succeeded in winning the League Cup for the first time in its history after defeating ENPPI with three goals to nil, adding a new title to the club’s trophy cabinet and ending years of waiting for championships.
Al-Nahas expressed his great happiness with the victory, emphasizing that the fans of Port Said and the club’s management deserved this joy after the pressures the team experienced in recent years.
The head coach explained that Al-Masry had not won any title for 28 years, noting that this placed a significant responsibility on the coaching staff and players from the start of the mission.
He added that the first meeting he had with the club’s president, Kamel Abu Ali, included a clear discussion about the necessity of winning a title and making the Al-Masry fans happy, confirming that the team succeeded in achieving this goal by winning what he described as a precious and valuable championship.
Regarding his future with the team, Al-Nahas affirmed that the current time is dedicated to celebrating the achievement, and that meetings will be held later to decide on his continuation as head coach.
The Al-Masry coach revealed that he has received external offers recently, but he stressed that the club remains his priority when discussing his future, in appreciation of the experience he had with the team and the support he received from the management and fans.
Imad Al-Nahas
In another context, Al-Nahas was keen to send a message of support to Al-Ahly club and its fans, emphasizing that the red team has a great history and a strong character that enables it to overcome any setback.
He pointed out that Al-Ahly went through a season full of challenges and difficulties from the start, but it managed to finish the competitions in a good way, confirming that the club has the ability to quickly return to the podiums.
Al-Nahas concluded his statements by affirming his confidence in Al-Ahly’s ability to regain its usual strength in the coming period, noting that big clubs may go through difficult times but soon reclaim their position.
Al-Masry
Al-Masry is a prominent Egyptian sports club based in Port Said, best known for its football team. Founded in 1920, it is one of the oldest and most historic clubs in Egypt, with a passionate fan base and a long-standing rivalry with other Egyptian clubs. The club has a rich history of contributing to Egyptian football, though it has also been marked by tragic events, such as the 2012 Port Said stadium disaster.
Cairo Cup
The Cairo Cup is a historic silver trophy awarded to the winner of an early international football tournament held in Cairo, Egypt, in 1911. The competition featured teams from Egypt, England, and other nations, and the cup itself is notable for being one of the first major football trophies in the region. After being lost for decades, the original Cairo Cup was rediscovered and returned to Egypt in 2021, now displayed at the Egyptian Football Association museum.
Port Said
Port Said is a major Egyptian port city located at the northern entrance of the Suez Canal, founded in 1859 during the canal’s construction. It played a crucial role in global maritime trade and was a cosmopolitan hub with
Al-Masry
Al-Masry typically refers to the Al-Masry Sporting Club, a prominent Egyptian sports club based in Port Said, founded in 1920. It is one of the oldest and most successful football clubs in Egypt, known for its passionate fanbase and historic rivalries, particularly with Al-Ahly and Zamalek. The club has a deep cultural significance in the city, with its history intertwined with local identity and major events in Egyptian football.
Cairo Cup
The Cairo Cup is a historic international polo tournament, first held in 1926 in Cairo, Egypt, under the sponsorship of King Fuad I. It was designed to promote the sport and foster diplomatic ties, attracting teams from Europe and the Middle East. The event became a prestigious fixture in the early 20th century before being discontinued following political changes in the region.
Port Said
Port Said is a major Egyptian port city located at the northern entrance of the Suez Canal, established in 1859 during the canal’s construction. It flourished as a cosmopolitan hub in the 19th and early 20th centuries, blending European and Egyptian architectural styles, and played a key role in global maritime trade. Today, it remains an important economic center and is known for its distinctive 19th-century buildings and the Port Said Lighthouse.
ENPPI
ENPPI is a professional football club based in Cairo, Egypt, originally founded in 1985 as the club of the state-owned ENPPI (Engineering for the Petroleum and Process Industries) company. The club quickly rose through the Egyptian football leagues, reaching the top-tier Egyptian Premier League by the early 2000s. Known for its strong youth academy and competitive performances, ENPPI has become a consistent presence in Egyptian football, though it has yet to win a major league title.
Al-Ahly
Al-Ahly is a prominent Egyptian football club based in Cairo, founded in 1907. It is one of the most successful clubs in Africa, with a rich history of domestic and continental titles. The club’s name, meaning “The National,” reflects its deep-rooted connection to Egyptian national identity and its role in the country’s sports culture.
Egyptian Football Association museum
The Egyptian Football Association museum, located in Cairo, showcases the rich history of Egyptian football, including trophies, memorabilia, and photographs from the national team’s achievements. It highlights key moments such as Egypt’s record seven African Cup of Nations titles and the legacy of legendary players. The museum serves as a tribute to the sport’s cultural significance in Egypt, preserving its heritage for fans and visitors.
Suez Canal
The Suez Canal is a man-made waterway in Egypt connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, significantly shortening trade routes between Europe and Asia. Construction began in 1859 under the French Suez Canal Company and was completed in 1869, after which it became a vital global shipping artery. Its strategic importance has led to several international crises, including its nationalization by Egypt in 1956, which sparked the Suez Crisis.
