Egyptian giants Al Ahly SC have named a 24-man travelling squad for Saturday's Caf Confederation Cup first leg against Kitara FC at Hoima City Stadium.
The first-leg encounter kicks off at 4:00 PM with the Cairo side entering the competition after a first-round bye.
Moroccan tactician Hussein Ammouta has included midfield dynamo Emam Ashour, fullback Mohamed Hany and anchor Marwan Ateya in a blend of experience and high-profile talent.
Ahmed Mostafa Mohamed Sayed 'Zizo' adds substantial attacking threat while influential captain Mohamed El Shenawy travels despite a recent injury underlining his leadership role.
The delegation arrives at Entebbe International Airport early Wednesday before travelling by road to Hoima for final preparations.
Al Ahly will however navigate the tie without several key defensive and attacking options due to a costly medical room list.
This marks Al Ahly's first competitive appearance in Uganda in eight years since a surprising 2-0 defeat to KCCA FC at Mandela National Stadium Namboole in 2018.
Kitara earned their spot by eliminating Somalia's Mogadishu City winning both legs hosted in Uganda.
Football fans in Hoima are set for a historic continental showdown as the local underdogs look to upset Africa's most decorated club.
Al Ahly travelling squad
Goalkeepers: Mohamed El Shenawy, Mostafa Shobeir, Hamza Alaa
Defenders: Yassin Marei, Achraf Dari, Hady Reyad, Mohamed Hany, Karim Fouad, Ahmed Eid
Midfielders: Taher Mohamed, Ahmed Reda, Akram Tawfik, Marwan Ateya, Omar El Saaiy, Mohamed Magdy Afsha, Omar Moawad, Ali Mahmoud, Emam Ashour
Forwards: Soufiane Benjdida, Mounsef Bakrar, Hussein El Shahat, Achraf Bencharki, Ahmed Mostafa Mohamed Sayed 'Zizo'
Source: Kawowo Sports
