The Return of Ben Ali is Certain, Benzarti Has Only One Dilemma: Sghaier or Saydou Khan
The Press — If the opportunity to confirm a good start was missed against ESZ, against CSS this afternoon, CA will do everything to reconcile with their public. Like ESZ, CSS is a club that plays a leading role despite an average start. This is a high-caliber opponent who likes to shine at Radès in recent seasons.
On the side of Faouzi Benzarti, who has bet a lot on fundamental work in Aïn Draham during the break, it's no longer a question of re-editing the ESZ scenario where his players stalled in the second half. The last victory, acquired against CAB in almost one half, is not a reliable test of the true value of this team.
It's today that we'll see if Benzarti has brought his personal touch, and if Chaouat's teammates are solid. The first asset will undoubtedly be a public that, despite the failures and disappointments, remains faithful and will come in large numbers. This can also be a pressing factor with players who know that a second misstep at Radès will not be forgiven.
As for Benzarti's choices, he is the type of conservative coach, unlikely to rotate his squad and only makes changes when forced to. On the left flank, we should see Houssem Ben Ali again, completely recovered from the effects of his collision with Stanely, a player from ESZ.
Otherwise, these are theoretically the same choices to be made while waiting for the entire squad to be available. There will be a dilemma to be made in midfield between Ghaith Sghaier, Benzarti's favorite, and Saydou Kahn, physically ready to play a full match. Sghaier, completely off the mark in his last outings, especially on set pieces, is he able to withstand the pressure of the public? Khan's chances are real.
Zemzemi and Ait Malek (more effective as a winger) are untouchable. Up front, it's also Khadhraoui, transparent and not very incisive on his left flank, who will be launched again. The club's coach is satisfied with Khadhraoui's defensive work and his calls that create spaces for his teammates.
On the right, Kinzumbi (to a lesser extent Mesmari) will try to shift into high gear, because until now, he is not the player we knew before. Lacking competition, Kinzumbi remains a strong player with his left foot and his accelerations when the team plays in transition.
As for Chaouat, he is the main offensive asset of the Clubists. A scorer, mobile with incessant calls on the axis and sides, Chaouat awaits more balls and correct passes to make a difference. In defense, Mouhib Chamekh seems to have Benzarti's trust, even if Yefreni has some chances of appearing from the start.
Otherwise, Zaâlouni, Ben Abda, and Ali Youssef will be there to neutralize CSS's attacks and block Sakkouhi, Ben Ali, Belwafi, and others. A match that's worth more than three points, in truth. If CA wants to start on the right foot and approach the series of 4 matches that await them, the three points are essential today. On the bench, a few solutions are available depending on the scenario of the match, such as Aoun, Omri, or Mesmari.
