Analysis The numbers behind the result
Ceramica Cleopatra dominate possession and shots in clinical home win
Ceramica Cleopatra's 2-0 victory was fully deserved, with their superiority reflected in both possession (61%) and chance creation (15 shots, 7 on target). Future FC managed 14 attempts but were less threatening, registering just 4 on target. Sodiq Ougola's early opener (6') set the tone, while Ahmed Belhadji's strike (63') sealed the win against opponents who struggled to translate 39% possession into clear opportunities.
The hosts' control was underlined by their ability to create higher-quality chances (12 shots inside the box vs Future's 7) and win more corners (5-3). Future FC's five blocked shots hinted at desperation in defence, while Ceramica's goalkeeper Mohamed Bassam made four saves to preserve the clean sheet. Two yellow cards apiece told a story of a competitive but not overly physical contest.
The decisive stat was Ceramica's shot conversion rate – scoring twice from seven on-target attempts (29%) compared to Future's 0/4. This clinical edge, combined with Ougola's early breakthrough, allowed Ali Maher's side to control proceedings against opponents who made all five substitutions by the 81st minute in search of a response.