Mahmoud Hassan "Trezeguet" will miss Al-Riyadh's Saudi Roshn League encounter against Al-Ahly on Friday at Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Sports City Stadium, with the Egyptian winger sidelined through injury. The absence sparked confusion and frustration among supporters after the club announced the team sheet without explanation, leaving fans demanding clarity on their star signing's omission.
The Egyptian international, who transferred to Al-Riyadh during the current summer window following a single season at Cairo-based Al-Ahly, had appeared in full training the previous day. His sudden withdrawal from the squad for Round Five of the Saudi league campaign prompted immediate speculation across social media. The club's official X account drew criticism when announcing the lineup without addressing Trezeguet's status, leading to heated exchanges in the comments section as supporters questioned the decision.
Trezeguet's Summer Transfer and Squad Role
Since arriving at the capital club, Trezeguet has established himself as a key attacking asset in Al-Riyadh's setup. The winger's departure from Al-Ahly represented a significant move in the Saudi Pro League's competitive landscape, where Egyptian talent continues to attract substantial investment. His injury absence marks a notable blow for Al-Riyadh's offensive depth as they pursue points in the league standings.
Thmanyah, the official Saudi league broadcaster, confirmed through courtside reporting that Trezeguet's omission was injury-related rather than a disciplinary or selection matter. The confirmation provided relief to supporters concerned about potential internal issues. With fixture congestion in the Roshn League intensifying through the season's opening rounds, recovery timelines remain unclear, though Al-Riyadh will hope to have their Egyptian winger available for upcoming matches as the competition progresses.
