The medical staff at Al Ahly confirmed that Marwan Atiya will be ready to play after the upcoming international break in mid-September, assuring that the player will be fully fit to participate in matches without any health concerns. The Egyptian Premier League for the 2025-2026 season has started with an exceptional format including 21 teams after the relegation was canceled last season. Al Ahly faces tough matches in the first 10 league rounds, including games against Pyramids in the fifth round at Al Salam Stadium and against Zamalek in the ninth round. The club has also made several new signings including Mohamed Ali Ben Ramadan, Mahmoud Hassan Trezeguet, Aliou Yang, Ahmed Mostafa Zizo, goalkeeper Mohamed Siha, defender Ahmed Ramadan Beckham, Mustafa Al-Ash, Mohamed Shokry, Yassin Marai, and Mohamed Sherif on a free transfer.