Chico Banza: Zamalek coach reveals a reason to exclude the Angolan winger

Zamalek head coach Moatamed Gamal has confirmed that Angolan winger Chico Banza missed the team’s recent victory over Haras El Hodoud due to a muscle injury.

Zamalek secured a 2-0 win on Friday at Cairo International Stadium in Round 18 of the Egyptian League, but Banza was absent from the squad without prior explanation.

Speaking during the post-match press conference, Gamal clarified the situation:
“Chico Banza suffered a hamstring injury,” the Zamalek coach revealed.

“The squad will have a rest on Saturday, and then we will evaluate Banza’s situation and determine the possibility of his participation in the training,” he concluded.

Zamalek are set to face ZED FC next Tuesday at 7:30 PM GMT at Cairo International Stadium in Round 19 of the Egyptian League campaign.

The White Knights currently sit second in the standings with 34 points, level with Pyramids FC, and one point behind leaders Ceramica Cleopatra who played a game more.

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