Pyramids FC head coach Krunoslav Jurcic has revealed the big blow to the team's preparations for the second leg of the CAF Champions League final against Mamelodi Sundowns.
The Egyptian side struck in the dying stages of the second half to secure a 1-1 draw against Sundowns at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday afternoon.
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Pyramids now hold the advantage of the away goal heading into the second leg, but the coach revealed the team will have not have the full week to prepare as they will play a Premier League clash on Wednesday against Ceramica Cleopatra.
The club have previously requested for the league clash to be postponed, but that request was denied.
"Pyramids FC receives no support within Egypt, despite representing the country in the most important continental tournament," Jurcic said after the game, as per WinWin.
"Just 48 hours after the final, we have to travel to Ismailia for a crucial league match against Ceramica, a match that doesn't warrant substitutions due to its importance.
"The team should have been supported at this crucial stage to win the title on behalf of Egypt."
Jurcic was delighted with how his playrs responded in the second half after going behind.
'I'm saddened by the missed opportunities, but at the same time, I'm very happy with the players' reaction, their high spirits, and their strong comeback after going behind by a goal, which has been a hallmark of the team this season, both in the domestic league and the continental championship."
