⚽ Al Qanah Fight Back Against Pyramids
Al Qanah pulled a goal back against Pyramids in the second half, reducing the score to 2-1 in favor of the Sky Blues during their Egypt Capital Cup group-stage opener at Air Defence Stadium.
The goal arrived in the 57th minute after Al Qanah won a free kick on the left side.
Mohab Sami delivered a cross into the penalty area, where Mohamed El-Shebiny rose at the near post and directed a header into the right side of the net.
The goal gave Al Qanah renewed hope of completing a comeback during the remaining minutes of the match.
🔥 Benbouali Scores Extremely Early
Pyramids had made a perfect start to the game when Algerian forward Ahmed Nader Benbouali opened the scoring after just 15 seconds, setting the record for the fastest goal in Egypt Capital Cup history.
Benbouali combined with Ahmed Atef “Qatta” during the early attack before finishing the move to give Pyramids an immediate advantage.
⭐ Pyramids Double Their Lead
Pyramids continued pushing forward after the early opener and managed to add a second goal before halftime.
The Sky Blues therefore entered the break with a comfortable two-goal advantage, but El Qanah responded strongly after the restart and managed to cut the deficit.
The goal has given Al Qanah a realistic chance of getting back into the match, while Pyramids are now looking to protect their advantage and secure a winning start to the competition.
📋 Pyramids Starting XI
Head coach Rolani Mokwena named the following starting lineup:
Goalkeeper: Mahmoud Gad.
Defenders: Ahmed Tawfik, Mahmoud Marei, Abdullah Bdeir, Khaled Awad.
Midfielders: Abdelrahman Magdy, Ahmed Atef Qatta, Ahmed Fawzi, Mahmoud Zalaka.
Forwards: Ahmed Nader Benbouali, Dodo Elgabas.
🔄 Pyramids Substitutes
The bench included Hazem Gamal, Ahmed Samy, Mohamed Chibi, Walid El Karti, Mostafa Fathi, Ali Hamouda, Youssef Mesho, Ziad Saudi and Youssef Obama.
The match is part of the opening round of the Egypt Capital Cup group stage, with Pyramids aiming for a strong start while Al Qanah are looking to use their second-half momentum to level the score.
🏆 A Crucial Finish Awaits
The remaining minutes will be crucial for both teams.
Pyramids will be determined to preserve their lead and collect three points, while Al Qanah are now just one goal away from completing the comeback.
Can Al Qanah equalize against Pyramids, or will the Sky Blues hold on for victory? ⚽🔥
