Ceramica Cleopatra vs Pharco prediction, H2H and probable lineups — December 31, 2025
Ceramica Cleopatra
Pharco
On December 31, 2025, the 4th round of the Egypt League Cup will see Ceramica Cleopatra host Pharco.
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Key facts and head-to-head history:
- Ceramica Cleopatra have won 3 of their last 5 matches.
- Pharco have claimed victory in 4 of their past 5 games.
- Head-to-head in the last 5 meetings: Ceramica Cleopatra — 2 wins, draws — 2, Pharco — 1 win.
- Both teams have found the net in 3 of their last 5 encounters.
- Pharco lead the group standings, while Ceramica Cleopatra are at the bottom.
Match preview:
This clash carries special significance for the home side, given their precarious position in the group.
Ceramica Cleopatra have yet to pick up a single point after two rounds, currently sitting at the bottom of the table. The team is in desperate need of a positive result to keep their hopes of progressing in the tournament alive. In this upcoming fixture, the hosts will be forced to play with greater aggression, relying on full commitment and the backing of their home supporters.
Pharco, by contrast, come into the match in a much more stable position and will look to capitalize on their opponent’s uncertainty. The visitors boast a more balanced squad and can afford to play pragmatically, dictating the tempo and punishing any mistakes from the opposition.
A tense battle is expected, with Ceramica Cleopatra fighting for their first points of the campaign and Pharco aiming to cement their ambitions. The outcome could prove decisive for the group standings going forward.
Probable lineups:
- Ceramica Cleopatra: Bassam, Moussa, Nabil, Samir, Sayed, El-Solia, Kalawa, Sadek, Issa, Osman, Awujoola.
- Pharco: Daador, Ndiaye, Hussein, Mosaad, Shabaan, Fouad, Mallah, Bahrawy, Mostafa, Farahat, Tayeb.
Match prediction:
The clash between Ceramica Cleopatra and Pharco promises to be an open contest. The hosts, with no points from two rounds and underdog status, will have to go all-out for victory, taking risks and pushing forward aggressively. Such a style inevitably opens up spaces in defense.
Pharco are adept at exploiting open areas and consistently create chances against sides desperate to turn the game around. However, the visitors’ defense is far from flawless, especially away from home, giving Ceramica real opportunities to score with the support of their fans.
Given the hosts' motivation, attacking intent, and likely defensive lapses on both sides, backing "both teams to score — yes" looks the most logical and justified bet for this encounter.
My prediction: Both teams to score — Yes.
