Monday 29 December 2025 – 11:24 PM
Gilberto, the former Al-Ahly and Angola national team player, praised the performance presented by the Egyptian national team against his country in the African Cup of Nations, stressing that the technical staff led by Hossam Hassan succeeded in managing the match in a distinguished manner.
Statements of Angolan Gilberto
Gilberto said during television statements that Hossam Hassan was able to deal with the match competently from a technical and tactical standpoint, noting that the Egyptian team appeared in a strong and organized manner throughout the match.
Gilberto, the former Angola star, added: We did not feel at all that the Egyptian national team was participating in the second row in its match against Angola, stressing that all the players who participated performed well and proved their ability to represent the national team strongly, and the Egyptian national team possesses distinguished elements capable of competing strongly in the next rounds of the tournament.
Gilberto, the former Al-Ahly and Angola national team star, confirmed that Chico Panza needs more time to adapt and shine with Zamalek club, and reach the peak of his technical level, explaining that Panza presented distinguished levels with his country’s national team during his participation in the African Cup of Nations.
Gilberto concluded his statements: The different atmosphere and nature of the competition require giving the player sufficient time, and Chico Panza has good technical capabilities that qualify him for success with Zamalek during the coming period.
