Monday February 16, 2026 – 12:13 AM
Spaniard Juan Carlos Garrido, former coach of… The club Al-Ahly, Ali Maher is considered the best technical manager in Egypt currently, and he also talked about the scenes of his relationship with a number of the team’s stars during his leadership of the Red Castle.
Garrido: Ali Maher is the best technical director in Egypt, and I am proud of his friendship
During television statements, Garrido praised coach Ali Maher, stressing that he sees him as the best in Egypt during the current period, noting that he worked with him during his tenure as Al-Ahly coach. He explained that Ali Maher has a strong personality and distinguished technical abilities, adding that he cherishes his friendship and was happy to work with him.
Garrido: Mutaib’s crisis is caused by a loss of confidence… and the Moghreb Tetouan kick is a turning point
Garrido spoke about his crises with Imad Miteb, explaining that the player was going through a period of lack of confidence during that stage, and pointed out that Miteb did not take the penalty kick against Moghreb Tetouan in the CAF Champions League, the match after which Al-Ahly exited the tournament, stressing at the same time that Miteb is a great striker and scored an important goal against Siwispor, and that it is normal for any striker to go through periods of decline.
Garrido explained that Miteb’s anger at not participating was normal, but he was relying on the most ready players at that time, such as Ramadan Sobhi, Moamen Zakaria, and Walid Suleiman, and he stressed that he was happy to lead a distinguished group of players that brought together young elements and those with experience within Al-Ahly.
Garrido: Wael Gomaa is a legend… and he did not cause crises within the team
Garrido praised Wael Gomaa, stressing that he is one of the legends of Al-Ahly and Egyptian football, and denied what was reported about Gomaa creating crises with the team’s players during his time in charge, stressing that this news is completely incorrect.
Garrido: Hossam Ghaly did not interfere in my decisions… and his disagreement with Gomaa was because of personality
Garrido also revealed the truth about his differences with Hossam Ghaly, explaining that the team captain at the time did not interfere in his technical decisions, describing him as a disciplined and professional player.
He added that Ghaly had a strong personality and great jealousy of the team, which caused some disagreements with Wael Gomaa, stressing at the same time that he did not expect Ghaly to be the reason for Gomaa’s departure from Al-Ahly after he left the club.
