Match Centre

Pyramids FC's 2-1 win was deserved on the balance of play, though the narrow margin reflected the tight expected goals (xG) figures, with Pyramids posting 1.97 xG to Wadi Degla's 1.36. Pyramids created higher-quality chances, registering 13 shots inside the box compared to Degla's seven, and tested the goalkeeper with five shots on target. Mahmoud Saber opened the scoring in the 11th minute, assisted by Mostafa Zico, while Degla's Ahmed Abdin equalised just before halftime. Zico then sealed the win with a 58th-minute strike, assisted by Mohanad Lashin.

Despite Degla's slight edge in possession (51%) and accurate passes (275 to 263), Pyramids were more proactive in attack, taking 22 shots to Degla's 10. Pyramids also dominated set-pieces, earning eight corners to Degla's three. Degla struggled to convert their possession into chances, with just three shots on target. Pyramids, meanwhile, were clinical when it mattered, converting two of their five shots on goal.

The decisive stat was Pyramids' shot volume: their 22 attempts, including nine blocked shots, underscored their attacking intent and ultimately proved the difference in a closely contested match.