Zamalek vs Al Ahly: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Zamalek prepare to host Al Ahly Cairo on May 1, 2026, with kick-off at 19:00, this EGYPT: Premier League, Championship Group fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Zamalek, currently 1st in the standings with 50 points from 3 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 4 points from 2 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 2 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Al Ahly Cairo, sitting 3rd with 44 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 41 points from 2 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 1 win, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Zamalek and Al Ahly Cairo have favored Al Ahly Cairo, with Al Ahly Cairo claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-2). This fixture has generally favored Al Ahly Cairo in recent years.

In their previous league match against ENPPI Cairo, Zamalek recorded a 0-0 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Al Ahly Cairo's last outing came against Pyramids, where they secured a 0-3 defeat using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Zamalek are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Zamalek and Al Ahly Cairo are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest few goals: Zamalek's fixtures have averaged 1.5 goals per game, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 6 clean sheets. Al Ahly Cairo's games average 2.5 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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