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Zamalek Close In on Title After Beating Pyramids and Extending Lead

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24/4/2026

Zamalek secured an important victory over Pyramids with a 1-0 win in the match held on Thursday evening at Cairo Stadium, as part of the third round of the second phase of the Premier League. The only goal of the match was scored by Brazilian player Juan Bezeira in the 84th minute, following a brilliant assist from Chico Panza, further strengthening Zamalek’s lead in the league and bringing them closer to clinching the title.

Zamalek Strengthens Its Lead with a Well-Deserved Victory

With this victory over Pyramids, Zamalek’s points tally increased to 49, maintaining its position at the top of the table and widening the gap between them and their closest competitors to 5 points. This win has given the Whites a significant advantage in the race for the Premier League title, as they now only need 3 more victories from their remaining matches to guarantee the championship.

Pyramids and Al Ahly in Pursuit

On the other hand, Pyramids remain in second place with 44 points, the same as Al Ahly, who sits in third place. This keeps the battle for the top spot between the three teams ongoing, with each aiming to secure victories in their upcoming matches to chase down Zamalek.

In the upcoming round, Zamalek will face Enppi next Monday, while Pyramids will meet Al Ahly in a highly anticipated match between two title contenders. These matches will be crucial in determining the final trajectory of the championship.