Al Ittihad vs Tala'ea El-Gaish prediction, H2H and probable lineups — 13.05.2026
The Egyptian Premier League is set to deliver another intriguing fixture as Al Ittihad takes on Tala'ea El-Gaish. The clash will unfold in Alexandria on Wednesday, May 13, with kickoff scheduled for 19:00 Central European Time. I'm backing a bet focused on the game's overall scoring output.
Match preview
Al Ittihad enters this showdown against Tala'ea El-Gaish in a difficult situation. The club has endured an inconsistent season and remains embroiled in the battle to avoid relegation from the Egyptian Premier League.
The gap from the drop zone is far from comfortable—just two points separate them from danger, and only four matches remain in the campaign. For the Alexandria side, every fixture down the stretch takes on huge strategic significance.
The hosts' recent results highlight their main issue: a lack of attacking firepower. In the last few rounds, Al Ittihad drew with Modern Sport, suffered defeats to Petrojet and Wadi Degla, but managed to snatch crucial points against Arab Contractors.
The team tries to play more aggressively down the flanks and applies pressure on set pieces. The central midfield is pivotal to their structure, as the hosts emphasize physical duels and relentless off-the-ball work. However, their struggles in positional attacks have been a persistent problem all season long.
Tala'ea El-Gaish, on the other hand, are enjoying a more stable campaign and approach matchday 36 sitting mid-table. While they haven't yet completely secured their top-flight status, their chances remain solid.
The visitors' main strength this season has been their organized play off the ball. In recent rounds, they've produced confident performances—defeating Ghazl El-Mahalla, drawing with Haras El Hodoud and Modern Sport, and only narrowly losing to Kahraba Ismailia in a tense encounter.
The team prioritizes compactness between the lines and quick transitions after interceptions. Away from home, they play especially cautiously, avoiding overcommitting numbers forward. This approach has made Tala'ea El-Gaish one of the most frustrating teams for opponents, who often struggle to break down their packed defense.
However, the visitors' main weakness is also their scoring output. The team rarely shines in attack and often relies on one or two decisive moments per game. That's why most matches involving Tala'ea El-Gaish are tight, low-scoring affairs.
Match facts
- Al Ittihad are winless in their last five matches.
- El-Gaish have kept clean sheets in their last three outings.
- Al Ittihad average 0.9 goals per home game, while El-Gaish average 0.5 goals per away match.
Probable lineups
- Al Ittihad: Gennesh, Mahmoud, Alaa, Ibrahim, Mohamed, Isaac, Dunga, Afsha, Eid, Magdy, Farid.
- Tala'ea El-Gaish: Radwan, Awad, Alaa, Camacho, Tarek, Hamdi, Mostafa, Tarek, Keita, Mohareb, Hatem.
H2H
Six of the last eight head-to-head clashes between these sides in Alexandria have ended in draws.
Prediction
This game shapes up as a classic standoff between two well-drilled, cautious teams. Al Ittihad will look to capitalize on home advantage and flank play, while Tala'ea El-Gaish are likely to rely on their compact defense and swift counterattacks. Don't expect a goal fest—betting on under 2 total goals looks like a sound choice. It is also worth considering the importance of the result at the end of the season: in such matches in the Egyptian Premier League, teams often prioritize defensive solidity and avoid unnecessary risks. Therefore, a scenario with cautious football and low scoring looks the most likely.
