Zamalek SC vs Al Ahly Prediction: Both teams have equal chances of winning the title, but the Red Devils are our favourite pick here

Two of the most successful teams in the history of this competition will lock horns against each other at the Al Awwal Stadium on Friday. Just like last season, this game will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Zamalek SC are unbeaten in their previous five games in all competitions, and will be determined to secure their fourth consecutive victory over Al Ahly in this tournament. 

The White Knights have not had it easy since the season began but march here with five games without a defeat. After winning their group, they secured their spot in the CAF Confederation Cup knockout stage.

Zamalek have not had a smooth sail heading into the final after a hard-fought penalty victory over Pyramids in the semi-finals. Zamalek have a new coach and have made some notable progress in recent games; however, it’s going to cost an arm and a leg to lay their hands on the trophy. 

The Red Devils are the most successful team in this competition, with thirty-eight (38) titles to their name. Al Ahly have lost twice in their previous twenty games, against Fluminense in the FIFA World Club Cup and Mamelodi Sundowns in the AFL. Al Ahly have won three consecutive games in all competitions and are sky high in confidence after defeating Young Africans to secure a spot in the knockout round of the CAF Champions League.

Al Ahly have had a smooth sail in this tournament and have won all their games in full-time. Al Ahly are the present champions in this competition after defeating Pyramids (2-1) last year and they’ll be poised to get their hands on the trophy. 

Over their previous twenty meetings, Al Ahly have won twelve while Zamalek have recorded five wins and three games ending in a tie. The Red Devils have several quality players, Percy Tau, Hussein, and Emam Ashour being their main threats. Al Ahly have been underscoring in recent games but can’t afford to be indecisive in front of goal against a solid Zamalek side. On the other hand, Zamalek have in their ranks Zizo and Shilabala, who can hurt any side in the continent. The White Knights have also been underwhelming lately and always dominate without a bite in front of goal. 

Zamalek have been the one in charge in recent meetings in this competition and have defeated Al Ahly three consecutive times. The Red Devils will be poised to win the title back to back after defeating Pyramids (2-1) in their most recent final. You can hardly tell what will transpire in this game, however, both teams have an equal chance of lifting the trophy. I’d rather settle for a full-time draw here for 5.20.

We expect both teams to at least get a goal apiece for 2.02.

Al Ahly are the favorite here; bet on the away side to lift the trophy.

Good luck!