An Egyptian football legend has voiced strong support for new Al Ahly head coach Jose Riveiro, backing him for a successful tenure as the club prepares for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Riveiro completed a dream move last month from South African giants Orlando Pirates, where he secured five domestic cup titles.
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The Spanish tactician now takes the helm of Egypt’s most decorated club at an exciting moment, as they gear up for the Club World Cup, set to take place in the United States between June and July.
Al Ahly have been drawn into Group A alongside America's Inter Miami, Palmeiras of Brazil, and FC Porto from Portugal.
Former Al Ahly defender Khaled Gadallah has expressed confidence in Riveiro’s ability to guide the team to success, highlighting the squad's depth and overall quality as crucial factors.
Gadallah is said to believe that the 49-year-old coach is well-equipped to lead the team to the advanced stages of the Club World Cup.
"Rivero took over the leadership of Al-Ahly Club during a very special period in the team, which includes the best players in the African continent," Gadallah said, per Al-Masry Al-Youm.
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"Most of the players are in high spirits after winning the Egyptian Premier League title for the 45th time in the history of the Red Castle.
"The Spanish coach must take advantage of all these circumstances and achieve a historic achievement with Al Ahly in the Club World Cup."
Al Ahly will kick off their Club World Cup campaign against Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami on June 15, followed by group-stage fixtures against Palmeiras and FC Porto.
