Pyramids Coach Calls Up 23 Players for AS FAR Second Leg; El Karti Remains Absent
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21 March 2026at11:19
Pyramids coach Krunoslav Jurčić has announced his squad for the crucial second leg clash against Moroccan side AS FAR in the CAF Champions League quarter-finals.
The Egyptian team's squad will once again be without Moroccan midfielder Walid El Karti, who remains sidelined, while his compatriot Mohamed Chibi is included.
El Karti is recovering from a thigh muscle injury he sustained during his team's Egyptian League match against Haras El Hodoud. This injury also forced him to miss the first leg, which was played in Rabat and ended in a 1-1 draw.
Pyramids will host AS FAR today, Saturday, at 4:00 PM (GMT) at the 30 June Air Defence Stadium.
Q&A
What is the key squad news for Pyramids' CAF Champions League match against AS FAR?
Pyramids coach Krunoslav Jurčić announced a 23-player squad for the CAF Champions League second leg against AS FAR. Moroccan midfielder Walid El Karti is notably absent, while his compatriot Mohamed Chibi is included for the crucial match.
Why is Walid El Karti unavailable for Pyramids in the AS FAR second leg?
Walid El Karti is absent from the Pyramids squad due to a thigh muscle injury. He sustained this injury during an Egyptian League match, which also forced him to miss the first leg of the quarter-final.
What are the immediate implications for Pyramids in the CAF Champions League quarter-finals?
Pyramids will host AS FAR in the crucial second leg of the CAF Champions League quarter-finals today, Saturday, at 4:00 PM (GMT). The first leg ended in a 1-1 draw, making this home match decisive for their advancement.
