Zamalek SC are ramping up preparations for their crucial CAF Confederation Cup semi-final second leg against CR Belouizdad, determined to secure a place in the final after a 1-0 first-leg win.
Forward Oday Dabbagh has cautioned against complacency, stressing the need for focus and discipline despite their advantage.
“We achieved a positive result, but overconfidence is not needed. We must stay focused to secure qualification,” he said.
Dabbagh also highlighted the importance of home support at Cairo International Stadium, expressing confidence that the fans will play a key role.
“We will benefit from the home advantage and the support of the fans in the return leg, and my success with the team is due to the support of the coaching staff, the players, and the fans.”
With Zamalek set to play in front of a passionate home crowd at the Cairo International Stadium, expectations are high that the atmosphere will play a decisive role in helping the Egyptian giants protect their slim advantage.
Still, Dabbagh was quick to stress that nothing has been achieved yet, urging full focus until the final whistle.
“We aim to make Zamalek fans happy in the return leg against the Algerian champions and confirm qualification.”
With everything still at stake, Zamalek remain cautious and fully focused on finishing the job and reaching the final.
