Zamalek's first football team continues its preparations for the 133rd Cairo derby against Al Ahly, scheduled for Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 8:00 PM at Cairo International Stadium, as part of the sixth round of the Egyptian Premier League.

Zamalek head coach Moatamed Gamal is working to prepare his players for the highly anticipated match.

He is focusing on selecting the right starting lineup to help his team secure a positive result against their biggest rivals.

The coaching staff is using the final training sessions to improve the players' physical and technical readiness.

Derby matches require strong concentration throughout the game, fewer mistakes, and the ability to make the most of scoring chances.

Expected Lineup

Moatamed Gamal is expected to start with El Mahdy Soliman in goal, supported by four defenders, three midfielders, and three attacking players.

Zamalek's predicted starting lineup against Al Ahly is as follows:

Goalkeeper: El Mahdy Soliman.

Defenders: Omar Gaber, Mohamed Ismail, Mahmoud Hamdy El Wensh, Mahmoud Bentayg.

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Midfielders: Mohamed Shehata, Ahmed Rabie, Abdallah El Said.

Forwards: Chico Banza, Hossam Ashraf, Oday Dabbagh.

Zamalek are expected to rely on the attacking movement of Chico Banza and Oday Dabbagh, alongside Hossam Ashraf in the forward line.

Abdallah El Said could also play an important role in organizing attacks and connecting midfield with the forwards.

Final Decision

The coaching staff has not officially confirmed the starting lineup yet.

Moatamed Gamal is expected to make his final decision after the remaining training sessions ahead of the match against Al Ahly.

Player fitness and readiness remain key factors in his selection process, as the coaching staff continues to review the available options in different positions before choosing the starting eleven.

The match has attracted major attention from football fans, with both Al Ahly and Zamalek aiming to claim victory and secure three important points in their Egyptian Premier League campaign.