Mohamed Salama Affirms Al Ittihad Alexandria’s Support for Hamza El-Gamal and Calls for Trophy Challenge

Al Ittihad Alexandria chairman Mohamed Ahmed Salama affirmed the board’s support for Hamza El-Gamal, his coaching staff and the first-team players, expressing confidence in their ability to deliver positive results and restore the club to its standing, according to exclusive remarks reported by Al Nahar.

Salama said that Al Ittihad, which has passed its centenary, deserves a prominent place in the league table, and that the club’s ambition is to compete strongly for one of the trophies this season. He noted that the team has previously won the Egypt Cup six times, expressing hope that the club will return to the winners’ podium.

Salama praised Alexandria Governorate’s cooperation on the legal procedures related to the club’s plans and aspirations, saying that this support makes it easier to work towards carrying them out.

He also noted the opening of the 2026 African Bodybuilding Championship at the club’s Shatby headquarters, describing its hosting as evidence of Al Ittihad’s ability to organize continental championships. According to the report, the Governor of Alexandria opened the event, which runs until November 8, with 11 countries and around 600 athletes taking part.