Wednesday 18/February/2026 – 12:50 AM
Karim Hassan Shehata, a sports journalist, revealed the reaction of his father, Hassan Shehata Najm Zamalek Previously, after raising his picture in the stands of the White Castle in the match against Kaizer Chiefs, the South African champions, at the end of the group stage of the Confederation Cup.
Statements by Karim Hassan Shehata
Karim Hassan Shehata said in television statements: Hassan Shehata left his home for the first time after the recent surgery, to watch Zamalek’s match against Kaizer Chiefs in a Zamalek gathering that includes symbols of the White Castle.
He added: Hassan Shehata smiled and cried as soon as he saw his picture in the crowd’s stands, among many symbols of the White Castle throughout history, saying, “Zamalek fans are the greatest in the world.”
Karim Shehata talked about Zamalek’s match against Ceramica Cleopatra today in the Egypt Cup, stressing that the White Knight was exposed to difficult circumstances during the last period of pressure during the matches and that a large number of his players were exposed to various injuries.
He continued: Zamalek’s young players could not bear the great nervous pressure they were exposed to during the decisive matches in light of the absence of a large number of senior players due to injuries.
The sports journalist stressed that what Zamalek is currently offering in terms of technical staff and players is a miracle in light of the difficult circumstances that the club is facing, including a financial crisis and suspension of registration.
