Al Ahly fans received shocking news after it was confirmed that right-back Karim Fouad suffered a partial tear in his cruciate ligament, which will keep him off the field for a period in the upcoming phase.

Karim Fouad was forced to leave the Al Ahly match against Al Mokawloon Al Arab early in the game, which was held as part of the 21st round of the Egyptian Premier League, after complaining of knee pain.

According to Al-Watan newspaper, medical examinations revealed that the player has suffered a partial tear of the knee's cruciate ligament.

The newspaper indicated that the injury does not affect the stability of the knee joint, which is reassuring for the team's coaching staff, especially since the player will not need surgical intervention at this time.

Karim Fouad is set to be absent from the field for a period ranging from 4 to 6 weeks, during which he will undergo an intensive treatment and rehabilitation program in preparation for his return to team training.