Ceramica Cleopatra have hit form and sit above their opponents: Ceramica Cleopatra vs NBE prediction
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The Egyptian Premier League fifth-round match between Ceramica Cleopatra and NBE will take place on 14 September at the “Arab Contractors Stadium” in Cairo. The hosts are fourth with nine points, while the visitors have collected six points and sit 10th.
Ceramica Cleopatra: three consecutive victories
Ceramica Cleopatra responded to their defeat against Al Qanah with a run of three league victories. They beat Al Ittihad Alexandria 3-1, Future 2-0 and Smouha 2-0 in succession.
After four rounds, the hosts have scored eight goals and conceded only three. Their current defensive form has been particularly impressive, with their last two matches ending in identical 2-0 victories and clean sheets.
NBE: two victories after a difficult spell
NBE made an inconsistent start to the season, losing 1-0 to Abu Qir Semad and 3-0 to Zamalek. They then managed to turn things around with a 1-0 victory over Petrol Asyut and a 3-1 win against Ghazl El Mahalla.
The visitors' away results have generally been respectable, with two victories in their last three matches. At the same time, each of their last three away league games has produced under 2.5 goals.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Ceramica Cleopatra have won their last three league matches by at least two goals.
- The hosts have beaten NBE in four of their last six Premier League meetings.
- NBE are unbeaten in 13 of their last 16 away league matches.
The hosts look the better option: Ceramica Cleopatra vs NBE prediction
NBE have found some form and are capable of keeping the match level for a long time, especially given their fairly solid away record. However, Ceramica Cleopatra currently look more consistent and are performing confidently both in attack and defence.
Three consecutive victories and two clean sheets in their last two matches give the hosts a clear edge ahead of this fixture. The recent head-to-head record has also more often gone in their favour.
