CAF Champions League: Zamalek and Pyramids to represent Egypt

Egyptian football has named its representatives. The Egyptian Football Association has confirmed that Zamalek and Pyramids will take part in the CAF Champions League 2026/2027.

The two spots went to the top teams from the previous season. Club Zamalek finished the campaign at the summit after a thrilling finale. The White Castle Knights outpaced Pyramids and Al Ahly in a dramatic title race that went down to the wire, clinching the Egyptian crown.

The perennial runners-up.

Meanwhile, Club Pyramids finished second in the Egyptian Premier League for the fifth time in a row. While it’s a frustrating league finish, it doesn’t take away from their continental success. The club captured its maiden CAF Champions League title in 2025. Both teams are now set to carry Egypt’s banner on Africa’s grand stage next season.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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