Farko vs Petrojet: prediction, head-to-head and probable lineups – 19 February 2026

One of the key matches of the 18th round of the Egyptian Premier League will take place on Thursday in Alexandria, where Farko will host Petrojet Suez. The home side sits at the bottom of the table and is desperate for points, while the visitors from Suez are comfortably mid-table and eager to distance themselves from the danger zone. Expect a cautious encounter, with a high probability of a low-scoring affair.

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Match preview

Farko are enduring a tough season: only 13 points from 16 rounds and just two league wins to their name. In their last six matches, they suffered four defeats, including losses to ZED (0-2) and Smouha (0-2), as well as elimination from the Cup after facing WE SC (1-2). The problem is clear – just 7 goals scored and 18 conceded, making them the league's weakest attack.

However, at home Farko tend to play with more discipline: in their last ten Egyptian Premier League home matches, the total has always been under 2.5 goals. The team rarely opens up, preferring a compact defense and gritty football, which is especially evident in goalless draws against Al Masry (0-0) and Wadi Degla (0-0).

Petrojet are 13th in the table with 20 points and look more stable than their opponents. Recent rounds brought draws against ENPPI (1-1) and Pyramids (2-2), as well as a win over Haras El Hodoud (3-1). The team is no stranger to draws – three in their last six outings.

However, their away record is concerning: three consecutive away defeats in the Premier League, including a loss to Zamalek (0-2). Petrojet average less than a goal per away game (0.88), which also hints at a tight, defensive contest ahead.

Probable lineups

• Farko: Nday, El Tayeb, Gaber, Shaaban, Mohamed, Halimo, Ndiaye, Shika, Ahmed, El Mallah, Mostafa.
• Petrojet: Ibrahim, Ben Moussa, El Badry, Abdalla, Hamed, Salah, Hagga, Okasha, Chukwudi, Kenawi, Sibande.

Match facts and head-to-head

• The last two head-to-head meetings saw the sides trade a win and a draw (2-2 and 2-1 to Farko).
• Farko have failed to win 18 of their last 20 Premier League matches.
• Petrojet have lost their last three away league games.

Prediction

Both teams are struggling in attack, and the stats on total goals, combined with their recent form, point to a cautious contest. Farko are disciplined at home, while Petrojet lack firepower on the road. The most logical outcome appears to be a 0-0 or 1-1 draw, with the total goals under 2.5.