Cairo Derby: Al Ahly and Zamalek Set for High-Stakes Showdown
Khaled Hegazy
Dailysports's expert
All eyes will be on Cairo International Stadium on Saturday at 7 PM (Cairo time) as Al Ahly and Zamalek clash in the Egyptian Premier League’s Round 15 showdown.
Al Ahly enters the derby second in the league with 32 points, five ahead of third-placed Zamalek, who dropped points in a recent draw against Petrojet. The Red Devils hold the upper hand, facing a Zamalek side under the guidance of newly appointed Portuguese coach José Peseiro.
Al Ahly Dominates Market Value Rankings
According to Transfermarkt, Al Ahly’s squad value has risen to €33.90 million, boosted by the winter signings of Achraf Bencharki and Slovenian forward Nejck Gradišar.
Meanwhile, Zamalek’s squad value has declined significantly, now standing at €15.55 million—less than half of Al Ahly’s valuation.
Top-Valued Players in the Derby
Ahmed Mostafa Zizo (Zamalek): €4 million
Achraf Bencharki (Al Ahly): €3.5 million
Emam Ashour (Al Ahly): €3.5 million
Wisam Abu Ali (Al Ahly): €3.5 million
The last encounter between the two rivals saw Al Ahly defeat Zamalek on penalties in the Egyptian Super Cup final after a goalless draw in regular and extra time.
