Al Masry Reach Capital Cup Final After Dramatic Penalty Shootout Win
Al Masry secure a place in the Capital Cup final after beating ZED FC 6-5 on penalties, with Essam Tharwat making the decisive save.
Al Masry SC booked their place in the Capital Cup final after a thrilling clash against ZED FC, decided by a tense penalty shootout at Suez Stadium.
Match Overview: Al Masry vs ZED FC
Aggregate tie forces penalties
The two-legged semi-final delivered intense competition:
- ZED FC won the first leg 1-0
- Al Masry responded with a 1-0 win in the second leg
- The aggregate score ended 1-1
This led both teams to a penalty shootout to determine the finalist.
Penalty Shootout Drama
Essam Tharwat becomes the hero
Al Masry triumphed 6-5 on penalties thanks to a decisive moment:
- Essam Tharwat saved the final penalty
- Raafat Khalil missed the crucial shot for ZED
The save secured Al Masry’s place in the final.
Second Final in Club History
A chance for redemption
This marks Al Masry’s second appearance in the Capital Cup final:
- First appearance: 2022–2023 season
- Lost 4-1 to Ceramica Cleopatra FC
The team now aims to claim their first title.
Who Will Face Al Masry?
Awaiting the other semi-final result
Al Masry will face the winner between:
- ENPPI Club
- Wadi Degla SC
Their first leg ended in a goalless draw, with the second leg set to decide the finalist.
Al Masry’s Ambitions in the Final
Eyes on the title
The team heads into the final with strong ambitions:
- Winning their first Capital Cup title
- Making up for the previous final loss
- Confirming their strong performance this season
FAQ
How did Al Masry qualify for the final?
They defeated ZED FC 6-5 on penalties.
Who was the standout player?
Goalkeeper Essam Tharwat for his decisive save.
Is this their first final?
No, it’s their second appearance.
Who might they face in the final?
Either ENPPI or Wadi Degla.
What is their main goal now?
Winning their first Capital Cup title.
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