Egyptian Premier League: Al Ahly Cut Pyramids’ Lead to One Point in Title Chase After Huge Victory

Al Ahly roared back into the Egyptian Premier League title race with dominant 5 - 0 win over Haras El Hodoud, taking full advantage of Pyramids FC’s shock defeat to Pharco.

Farco Trip Up Pyramids

In dramatic upset, Pharco edged Pyramids 3 - 2 in the 4th round of the title phase. This result kept Pyramids at 47 point allowing Al Ahly to pounce on the opportunity.

Al Ahly Respond Ruthlessly

On the same night, Al Ahly crushed Haras El Hodoud at Cairo International Stadium. Goals came from Taher Mohamed, Ahmed Kouka, Wessam Abou Ali, Hussein El Shahat and Mohamed Hany, as the red giants raised their tally to 46 point, just one shy of the summit with 4 matches remaining.

Goal Scorers & Highlights

• 9’ Taher Mohamed ــ Clinical early strike.
• 27’ Ahmed Kouka ــ Ended his scoring drought with smart finish.
• 55’ Wesam Abou Ali ــ Exploited defensive gaps for the 3rd.
• 73’ El Shahat ــ Ended his own goal drought, his 4th of the season.
• 90+3’ Hany ــ Capped off the rout with thunderous shot.

Pyramids Slip, Title Race Heats Up

The result slashed Pyramids lead to just one point while Zamalek & Masry trail further behind with 39 and 35 point respectively.

Injury Concerns for Al Ahly

Defensive issues persist as Rami Rabia limped off injured and Achraf Dari missed the game due to muscle pain , But on positive note, Ali Maaloul made his 1st league appearance this season.

Top of the Table (After 4 Rounds of Title Phase)

1. Pyramids 47 pts
2. Al Ahly 46 pts
3. Zamalek 39 pts
4. Masry 35 pts

Khaled Hegazy |

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