Pyramids FC win the Egyptian Cup for the second consecutive time after defeating Zed FC
Pyramids FC win the Egyptian Cup for the second time in a row
On a thrilling night of football at Cairo International Stadium, Pyramids FC wrote a new chapter in its short but impactful history, clinching the Egyptian Cup title for the second consecutive time after defeating its fierce rival, Zed FC, 2-1. This victory cements Pyramids' status as a rising force in Egyptian football and breaks the traditional dominance of Egyptian football giants Al Ahly and Zamalek in this prestigious tournament.
The goals reflected Pyramids' relative dominance of the match. Left-back Karim Hafez opened the scoring for the Sky Blues in the first minute of first-half stoppage time (45+1) with a confident penalty kick down the middle, giving his team a crucial psychological advantage before the end of the first half. In the second half, Congolese striker Fiston Mayele doubled the lead in the 57th minute after receiving a perfect cross from his teammate Karim Hafez, converting it with a powerful shot into the back of the net. Despite Zed's attempts to get back into the game, they were only able to reduce the deficit in stoppage time through Raafat Khalil's header in the second minute of added time (90+2), a goal that was not enough to change the outcome of the cup.
Historical context and meteoric rise
Pyramids FC's second Egyptian Cup title is a remarkable achievement for a relatively new club in its current form. Originally founded as Assiut Sport, the club was acquired in 2018 and renamed Pyramids FC, embarking on an ambitious project aimed at competing for domestic and continental titles. Within a few years, the club has established itself as a top-four finisher in the Egyptian Premier League and a regular participant in African competitions, reaching the final of the CAF Confederation Cup in 2020. This latest triumph confirms that the club's project is beginning to bear fruit with trophies.
Ironically, this final is a repeat of the previous edition's final (2022-2023 season), which also brought the two teams together and ended with Pyramids winning by a single goal, making this victory a confirmation of Pyramids' superiority over Zed in decisive encounters.
The importance of winning and its future impact
Domestically, this title represents a huge morale boost for Pyramids FC, proving that they are no longer just a strong contender, but a championship-caliber team capable of winning titles. It also sends a powerful message to their traditional rivals that the landscape of Egyptian football is undergoing a real transformation. Continentally, winning the Egyptian Cup guarantees Pyramids a place in next season's CAF Confederation Cup, giving them another chance to compete for a long-awaited continental title. This success enhances the club's brand value and makes it an attractive destination for top players both locally and internationally, thus supporting its future ambitions to achieve even greater success.
