Al Ahly basketball head coach, Ashraf Tawfik revealed his happiness after defeating Sporting SC tonight in the first leg of the National League semi-finals.

"Our players showed a great performance tonight against Sporting SC, despite suffering from several injuries in the team".

"Our players displayed a great spirit today and managed to replace their teammates, who were sidelined due to injuries. Thus, proving that Al Ahly will never be affected by any absences."

"We aim to clinch this season's title to make our fans happy."

Al Ahly managed to seal an important 84-65 victory over Sporting SC in the first leg of the National League semi-finals.