The visiting fans hurled insults against Basri and Ittihad players following their dismal display in Saturday's Egyptian Premier game.

"I know that the fans are very angry but defeats are natural in football," Moselhi told FilGoal.com on Sunday.

"I hope the fans remember that Basri and his assistants were the ones who guided Ittihad to a respectable league position this season."

The Alexandria-based club, who used to battle against relegation during the past few seasons, enjoyed a fine run under the guidance of Basri, who took over at the club in December.

They lie sixth in the 16-team table on 30 points from 22 matches.