On Thursday, the 7th round of the Egyptian Premier League features a match between Pyramids and ZED at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo. A good betting option for this match could be on the total goals scored, as both teams have promising chances.
Match Preview
Pyramids has begun the new season strongly, with two wins and two draws from five matches. A significant highlight was their 2-0 victory over Al Ahly, showing they can compete with top teams. They have a solid defense, having conceded only four goals. Additionally, they tend to start matches aggressively, posing an early threat to opponents.
On the offensive side, they have scored six goals, relying heavily on their midfield for creativity. Walid El Karti leads the team with two goals, while Ahmed Atef El Sayed has contributed two assists. This balance in both defense and attack positions Pyramids as one of the leading teams.
ZED has also made a strong start to their season, with only one loss in six matches. They showcase strong defensive discipline, allowing just four goals, which is one of the best records in the league. Their recent 1-0 win over Ismaily has further bolstered their confidence.
While ZED plays a cautious and pragmatic style, they have scored six goals. Ahmed Atef is their top scorer with two goals, and Shady Hussein has been crucial in creating plays with two assists. ZED can challenge stronger teams but usually opts for a more defensive approach.
Probable Lineups
- Pyramids: El-Shenawy, Hamdi, Marei, Sami, Shibi, Blati, Atef, Everton, Reda, Magdy, Mayele
- ZED: Lotfi, Said, Castelo, Abdel-Aziz, Rabia, Saad, Ahmed El Saghiri, Alaa, Messi, Atef, Magassa
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- Pyramids have only lost one of their five league matches this season and recently won 3-0 against Auckland City in the Intercontinental Cup.
- ZED has only suffered one defeat in their last six matches.
- The last meeting between these teams ended in a 1-0 victory for Pyramids on January 22, 2025.
Prediction
Both teams are defensively solid; however, Pyramids appears stronger due to a more dynamic attack and quick starts. ZED will likely adopt a cautious approach, but managing the pressure from Pyramids will be challenging. The recommended bet is ‘Total under 2.5 goals’ at odds of 1.61.