Sion keeper Essam Al-Hadari assured that he didn't mean to insult Ahli marketing director Adli Al-Qaeyi, following his controversial statements of late. The Egypt goalie said in a phone call with Al-Hayat TV that no one can prevent him from featuring for the Pharaohs except for head coach Hassan Shehata. The veteran guardian was responding to comments from Al-Qaeyi, who had earlier cast doubts on Al-Hadari's international prospects. "I deeply admire Ahli and Adli Al-Qaeyi, I didn't mean to insult anyone," the 36-year-old said on his official website. "He 'Al-Qaeyi' is like an elder brother to me, and I would never disrespect him. "It was an emotional moment, and for that I apologize. I'm just keen to retain my spot in the Egyptian national team." Al-Hadari, who played a pivotal role in helping Egypt win back-to-back Nations Cup titles, has been at loggerheads with Ahli's officials and fans alike since joining Sion without the consent of the Cairo side. The Red Devils took the matter to CAS in order to claim compensation, believing that Al-Hadari violated his contract with them. Al-Qaeyi is convinced the talented guardian could be handed a ban and other breach-of-contract sanctions in the near future.
