⚡ A Lightning Start for Pyramids
Pyramids needed just 21 seconds to break the deadlock against Canal, with Algerian forward Ahmed Nadhir Benbouali finding the net almost immediately after kickoff.
The goal came at the very beginning of the match at 30 June Stadium, as Pyramids and Canal met in the opening round of the Egypt Capital Cup group stage.
The early goal gave Pyramids a major advantage from the outset and immediately placed Canal under pressure.
Pyramids are competing in Group B alongside Canal, Smouha, National Bank and Modern Sport, with the tournament also providing the team with an opportunity to give valuable minutes to several players.
🔥 Benbouali Makes an Immediate Impact
Ahmed Nadhir Benbouali made his presence felt almost instantly, scoring after only 21 seconds and giving Pyramids the perfect opening to their campaign.
The Algerian striker was included in South African coach Rolani Mokwena’s squad for the match, which featured a mixture of experienced first-team players and younger talents.
The explosive start also reflected Pyramids’ intention to begin the competition strongly while using the tournament to maintain the squad’s competitive readiness.
📝 Pyramids Starting XI vs Canal
Rolani Mokwena named the following starting lineup:
Goalkeeper: Mahmoud Gad.
Defense: Ahmed Tawfik, Mahmoud Marei, Abdullah Badeer, Khaled Awad.
Midfield: Abdelrahman Magdy, Ahmed Atef Katta, Ahmed Fawzi, Mahmoud Zalaka.
Attack: Ahmed Nadhir Benbouali, Dodo El-Gabas.
Substitutes: Hazem Gamal, Ahmed Samy, Mohamed El-Shenawy, Waleed El Karti, Mostafa Fathi, Ali Hamouda, Youssef Misho, Ziad Saudi and Youssef Obama.
Pyramids’ squad also included several experienced options on the bench, including Ahmed Samy, Mohamed El-Shenawy, Waleed El Karti, Mostafa Fathi and Youssef Obama.
🏆 Pyramids Aim for a Strong Tournament Start
The match kicked off at 5:00 PM Cairo time at 30 June Stadium, marking the opening Group B fixture for both Pyramids and Canal in the Egypt Capital Cup.
Pyramids are looking to use the competition to improve their squad’s fitness and give opportunities to players who have not enjoyed regular playing time, while also keeping the wider group ready for upcoming domestic and continental fixtures.
For Canal, conceding after just 21 seconds created a difficult situation immediately, forcing the team to respond quickly and prevent the early setback from affecting the rest of the match.
📢 A Stunning Opening
With his goal after only 21 seconds, Ahmed Nadhir Benbouali gave Pyramids a memorable start to their Egypt Capital Cup campaign.
The question now is whether the early advantage will help the Sky Blues secure all three points in their opening group-stage match.
Can Pyramids hold on to their advantage and start the Egypt Capital Cup with a victory? ⚽🔥
