The Portuguese, who previously coached Zamalek and Egypt U-23 between 2003 and 2005, was revealed as the Red Devil's new tactician on Friday.

"I'm really delighted to be back in Egypt," Vingada said in a press conference on Saturday.

"I have had special ties with this country since I've worked with Zamalek. My son-in-law is Egyptian and my grandson is half Egyptian-half Portuguese."

Maintaining Superiority

Despite admitting that taking over Ahli will put him under a lot of pressure, Vingada vowed to maintain the Cairo club's status as local and continental giants.

"Working with Ahli will be massive challenge for me. I'm totally aware that I'm not here to help a suffering club, but I'm here to lead a team of champions.

"This club has been winning everything over the last few years, and I hope to be good enough to repeat similar future achievements," he added.

Re-organization

The former Saudi Arabia boss added that he needs to sit down with Ahli assistant coach Hossam Al-Badri to know more about the club.

"Al-Badri's help will be crucial in deciding which players I will choose and what tactics I will adopt.

"I also need to know more about the transfer market and the current footballing climate in Egypt."

The 56-year-old tactician was renowned for deploying a 4-4-2 system with Zamalek, which helped the White Knights to winning the league title in 2004.