Final Showdown for Egyptian Premier League Title.. Zamalek, Pyramids and Al Ahly in Final Title Battle

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Egyptian football fans are set for a dramatic and decisive evening on Wednesday as the destination of the Egyptian Premier League title will finally be determined amid an intense three-way battle between Zamalek, Pyramids FC and Al Ahly.

All eyes will be on three different stadiums at 8:00 PM Cairo time, with Cairo International Stadium hosting league leaders Zamalek against Ceramica Cleopatra, while Pyramids FC face Smouha at Air Defense Stadium. Meanwhile, record champions Al Ahly will take on Al Masry SC at Borg El Arab Stadium in Alexandria.

In the following report, Afro News 24 reviews the chances of the three contenders to win the 67th edition of the Egyptian Premier League title, as Zamalek seek their 15th league crown, Pyramids FC chase a historic first title, and Al Ahly aim to extend their record with a 45th championship.

Zamalek Close to Securing Their 15th League Title

Zamalek enter the final round at the top of the Egyptian Premier League standings with 53 points, making the White Knights the favorites to lift the title.

The Cairo giants need only a win or a draw against Ceramica Cleopatra to officially secure the league trophy, regardless of the results of their rivals.

Zamalek players, under the leadership of head coach Moatamed Gamal, are aiming to make up for the disappointment of losing the CAF Confederation Cup final to Algeria’s USM Alger on penalties, in a defeat that deeply frustrated the club’s supporters after the team came very close to winning the continental title.

Zamalek Absences Against Ceramica Cleopatra

Zamalek will enter the decisive clash with several key absences, as three important players will miss the match: Omar Gaber and Mahdi Soliman due to injury, in addition to Mohamed Ismail following nose surgery.

Expected Zamalek Lineup

Goalkeeper: Mohamed Awad
Defense: Mohamed Ibrahim – Hossam Abdelmagid – Mahmoud Hamdy El Wensh – Mohamed Bentayg
Midfield: Mohamed Shehata – Adam Kaied – Abdallah El Said
Attack: Odai Dabbagh – Juan Alfina Bezera – Nasser Mansi

German Refereeing Crew Appointed for Zamalek Match

The Egyptian Football Association’s refereeing committee announced the appointment of a German officiating crew led by referee Sasha Stegemann.

He will be assisted by Christoph Gunsch and Christian Gittelmann, while Florian Exner will serve as the fourth official. VAR duties will be handled by Soren Storks, assisted by Christian Fischer.

Pyramids FC Dream of Historic First League Title

Pyramids FC continue their pursuit of a historic first Egyptian Premier League title after establishing themselves as one of Africa’s strongest clubs over the past two seasons.

The club has won five domestic and continental trophies in the last two years, including two Egypt Cup titles, the 2025 CAF Champions League, the 2025 CAF Super Cup and the 2025 Intercontinental Cup.

Pyramids enter their clash against Smouha with only one objective: victory, while hoping Zamalek stumble against Ceramica Cleopatra.

Pyramids Rely on Their Star-Studded Squad

Head coach Jurcic will rely on a talented squad led by Congolese striker Fiston Mayele, Moroccan duo Mohamed Chibi and Walid El Karti, alongside key players such as Mohanad Lasheen, Zlaaka, Ahmed Sami and veteran goalkeeper Ahmed El Shenawy.

Expected Pyramids FC Lineup

Goalkeeper: Ahmed El Shenawy
Defense: Mohamed Chibi – Ahmed Sami – Osama Galal – Karim Hafez
Midfield: Mohanad Lasheen – Hamed Hamdan – Walid El Karti
Attack: Nasser Maher – Ahmed Atef Qatta – Fiston Mayele

Al Ahly Hold on to Final Hopes for 45th League Crown

Despite having the most difficult position among the title contenders, Al Ahly still maintain hopes of winning their 45th Egyptian Premier League title.

The Red Devils currently sit third in the standings, three points behind leaders Zamalek and two points behind second-placed Pyramids FC.

Al Ahly must defeat Al Masry SC while also hoping for a Zamalek defeat and a Pyramids stumble in order to keep their championship hopes alive.

Expected Al Ahly Lineup Against Al Masry

Goalkeeper: Mostafa Shobeir
Defense: Mohamed Hany – Yasser Ibrahim – Yassin Marei – Belamry
Midfield: Marwan Attia – Emam Ashour – Mahmoud Hassan Trezeguet
Attack: Hussein El Shahat – Achraf Bencharki – Taher Mohamed Taher

Broadcast Channels for the Egyptian Premier League Decisive Matches

The decisive matches involving Zamalek, Pyramids FC and Al Ahly are scheduled to be broadcast live on ON Time Sports channels at 8:00 PM on Wednesday, as millions of Egyptian football fans await the crowning of the new Egyptian Premier League champion.