Egyptian Premier League Title Race Heats Up: Al Ahly vs Pyramids FC

As Al Ahly & Pyramids FC compete for domestic supremacy, the Egyptian Premier League's about to reach dramatic conclusion. In the last 2 matchday, every pass, goal and point will matter because there're just 2 point separating the teams.

Current Standings:

• Al Ahly – 52 points
• Pyramids FC – 50 points

Final Fixtures

Al Ahly:

• vs National Bank of Egypt – May 17
• vs Pharco FC – May 28

Pyramids FC:

• vs Petrojet – May 17
• vs Ceramica Cleopatra – May 28

How Al Ahly Can Win the League?

• Win Both Matches (58 pts)

Guaranteed champions, regardless of Pyramids’ results.

• One Win & One Draw (56 pts)

If Pyramids also win twice and reach 56, Al Ahly would win the title on goal difference.

• If Pyramids Drop Points

Even one draw or loss by Pyramids would allow Al Ahly to clinch the title with one win.

How Al Ahly Could Lose the Title?

• If Al Ahly Drop Points

Two draws or a loss and a draw, paired with two Pyramids wins, would hand the title to the Sky Blues.

Off-Field Twist

Al Ahly previously faced a possible 3-point deduction for missing the March Cairo Derby against Zamalek, but the league authorities dropped the punishment.

While Pyramids and Zamalek have appealed, no final ruling has been issued. As it stands, the current standings are valid for all title race scenarios.