Al Ahly’s official line-up against Zamalek for the Cairo derby

Cairo’s two great rivals are set to face off in a few moments’ time at the Cairo International Stadium, as part of Matchday 6 of the Egyptian Premier League.

Zamalek host Al Ahly this Sunday, 11 October, in a highly anticipated clash in Egypt. Kick-off for this match, which promises to be a tight affair, is at 5 pm GMT.

Ahead of this latest derby, Al Ahly have won their last three league encounters with their rivals. However, Zamalek is the defending champion and is certainly not lacking in ambition.

Both clubs have an identical record since the start of the 2026–2027 season: four wins and one draw from five league matches. Al Ahly and Zamalek also have the same number of points after five league matches.

For this derby, Al Ahly head coach Hussein Ammouta has opted for his trusted players.

Al Ahly’s official line-up

• Mostafa Shobeir
• Mohamed Hany
• Achraf Dari
• Yassin Marei
• Tawfik Mohamed
• Marwan Ateya
• Emam Ashour
• Akram Tawfik
• Zizo
• Soufiane Benjdida
• Achraf Bencharki