Ahli gear up for Sunday's continental showdown against Esperance by facing the military side on Monday, with a couple of points separating the two teams.

While having a chance to go top with a victory over the champions, Production players will have to apply easy tackling.

"I talked to the players and warned them against rough play ahead of Ahli's match with Esperance," Production chief Hassan told FilGoal.com.

"Ahli represent Egypt, so we hope the match ends without any of their players being harmed."

Production, managed by long-serving ex-Ahli captain Osama Orabi, are fourth of the league table with 10 points from six games.