On April 23, 2026, Zamalek will host Pyramids FC in Round 2 of the Egyptian Premier League Championship Group. Anticipation is building for this high-stakes clash.
Match Preview
Zamalek enters this fixture in impressive form, remaining unbeaten in their last five matches and losing just once in their past ten games, featuring seven victories and two draws. Their recent success in securing a spot in the CAF Confederation Cup final further underlines their momentum.
In the ongoing league, Zamalek topped the regular stage and maintains their lead in the championship group, despite having played only one match so far. At home, they are formidable, boasting an unbeaten streak in four matches and winning six of their last eight outings. Matches involving Zamalek have generally seen fewer goals, with six of the last eight finishing under 2.5 goals.
Pyramids FC also arrives buoyed by good form. Although eliminated from the CAF Champions League at the quarterfinal stage, they reached the Egyptian Cup final and are competitive across all tournaments. In their league campaign, they opened the championship round with a 1–1 draw against Al Masry and currently sit third in the standings. Notably, Pyramids have an impressive record away from home, going unbeaten in their last eight matches, including seven wins and one draw.
Probable Lineups
- Zamalek: Soliman, Bentayg, Abdelmaguid, Ismail, Gaber, Dabbagh, Rabie, Fatouh, Said, Kaied, Mansy
- Pyramids FC: El Shenawy, Hamdi, Samy, Galal, Chibi, Tawfik, Maher, Lasheen, Zalaka, Ziko, Fathi
Key Facts and Head-to-Head
- 6 of Zamalek’s last 8 matches have seen under 2.5 goals.
- 3 of Pyramids’ last 4 away matches have seen under 2.5 goals.
- Pyramids are unbeaten in their last 8 away matches.
- 7 of the last 8 head-to-head meetings have seen under 2.5 goals.