Egyptian football fans eagerly await the kickoff of the top match between Al Ahly and Zamalek on Monday evening, September 29, 2025, at 8 PM Cairo time, at Cairo International Stadium, as part of the ninth round of the Egyptian Premier League.

Al Ahly coach Emad El Nahhas is working to select the optimal lineup for the match.

What is the expected Al Ahly lineup against Zamalek in the Egyptian League?

Goalkeeper: Mohamed El Shenawy
Defense: Mohamed Hany, Yasser Ibrahim, Yassin Morai, Ahmed Nabil Koka
Midfield: Marwan Attia, Aliou Dieng, Mohamed Ali Ben Ramadan
Attack: Mahmoud Trezeguet, Ashraf Bencherki, Mohamed Sherif

When is the Al Ahly vs Zamalek match and which channels will broadcast it?

The match will start at 8 PM Egypt and Saudi Arabia time and will be broadcast on “Ontime Sports 1” channel.

What is the significance of this match in the exceptional league season?

This encounter carries a special significance, not only because of its rich history but also because it comes amid an exceptional league system this season, where Al Ahly and Zamalek compete fiercely for the title under intense fan and media pressure. The result will directly affect the title race, especially since the point gap between the two teams is narrow despite their different standings.

What is the situation of both teams before the clash?

Al Ahly is in eighth place with 12 points from 7 matches, having achieved 3 wins, 3 draws, and 1 loss. Zamalek leads the table with 17 points from 8 matches, with 5 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss. Zamalek aims to widen the gap, while Al Ahly enters the match seeking to reduce the distance and regain confidence.

What happened in the last meeting between the two teams?

The last match between Al Ahly and Zamalek on March 11, 2025, was not completed normally. The game was stopped after only 20 minutes due to Al Ahly’s absence from the field, while Zamalek was present with its full squad. The Egyptian Football Association later decided to consider Al Ahly the loser with a 3-0 score, which sparked wide controversy at the time.

Who historically leads in direct encounters?

Throughout their history, Al Ahly and Zamalek have met 130 times in the Egyptian League:
Al Ahly won 59 matches
Zamalek won 30 matches
41 matches ended in draws
History favors Al Ahly, but the derby always remains unpredictable.

What are today’s Egyptian League matches and broadcasting channels?

    • El Gouna vs Ceramica Cleopatra at 5 PM Egypt and Saudi Arabia time, broadcast on “Ontime Sports 2”.
    • Ismaily vs National Bank at 5 PM Egypt and Saudi Arabia time, broadcast on “Ontime Sports 1”.
    • Al Ahly vs Zamalek at 8 PM Egypt and Saudi Arabia time, broadcast on “Ontime Sports 1”.