Al Ahly have made a perfect start and dominate the head-to-head record: Arab Contractors vs Al Ahly prediction
The fourth-round Egyptian Premier League match between Arab Contractors and Al Ahly will take place on 9 September at Arab Contractors Stadium. The hosts sit 14th with three points, while the Cairo club have won all three of their opening matches and are fourth in the table.
Arab Contractors: first victory after two defeats
The team began the league campaign with two setbacks — a 1-0 defeat to Tala'ea El Gaish and a 3-2 loss to Al Masry. In the previous round, Arab Contractors finally collected three points by narrowly beating El Gouna 1-0.
However, the hosts' home form does not yet look reliable enough for a meeting with one of the strongest teams in the league. They are conceding an average of three goals per home league match, so their defence could once again come under considerable pressure.
Al Ahly: winning run continues
Al Ahly are in excellent form and have won their last six league matches. This season, they have beaten ENPPI 3-2, Masr 2-0 and Smouha 1-0 in succession.
The Cairo side have been particularly convincing away from home, winning their last three league matches on the road. Al Ahly have scored 14 goals and conceded only two in their previous six matches, highlighting the difference in consistency between the teams.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Al Ahly have won five of the last six head-to-head meetings, while Arab Contractors have failed to win any of them.
- Al Ahly are unbeaten in their last 18 away league matches against this opponent.
- Al Ahly have scored at least twice in each of the last five Premier League meetings, with over 2.5 goals landing every time.
The visitors should confirm their status as favourites: Arab Contractors vs Al Ahly prediction
Arab Contractors lifted their spirits with a victory in the previous round, but they have traditionally found matches against Al Ahly extremely difficult. The difference in current form is also clear, with the visitors winning consistently and looking far more reliable defensively.
Al Ahly's dominant head-to-head record, strong away run and greater attacking quality make the visitors favourites. However, the hosts could still make use of home advantage and find the net at least once.
