ZED vs Zamalek prediction, H2H and probable lineups — February 24, 2026
ZED FC
As part of Matchday 19 in the Egyptian Premier League, ZED will face Zamalek. The clash is set to take place in Cairo on Tuesday, February 24. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:30 Central European Time. I'm offering a bet on the winner of this encounter.
Match preview
ZED has shown consistent form throughout the 2025/26 Egyptian Premier League season, securing a solid spot in the middle of the table and demonstrating clear improvement compared to previous campaigns. The team rarely goes down without a fight and regularly displays grit in matches against direct rivals.
Home games for ZED are traditionally played with aggression: the squad looks to control possession, press along the flanks, and create chances near the opposition’s goal. It’s also worth mentioning that, in mid-February, the team advanced to the semifinals of the national cup.
Against top-table sides, ZED proves their fighting spirit, refusing to concede ground and forcing their opponents to resort to intricate build-up play. That makes ZED a tricky adversary, capable of causing problems for the league’s frontrunners.
While ZED isn’t in the medal race, their form commands respect. The main objective for the club in the remaining three matches of the first half of the season will be to secure their place in the top seven.
Zamalek continues their 2025/26 campaign at a high level, remaining among the leaders of the Egyptian Premier League and delivering confident performances in almost every match. The team boasts a well-balanced squad, reflected in their positive goal difference.
Ball control, accurate passing, and well-organized attacking play are the hallmarks of Zamalek this season. The team knows how to dominate possession, create opportunities from various situations, and make the most of set pieces. These qualities make the visitors a dangerous opponent even for the most disciplined defensive lines.
Zamalek also looks solid away from home, though they occasionally struggle against teams who play quick counterattacking football. Currently, Zamalek sits second in the table, trailing Ceramica by a single point, but with a game in hand.
Additionally, the Egyptian side remains in contention in the CAF Confederation Cup. Zamalek topped a tough group featuring Al Masry, Zesco United, and Kaizer Chiefs, reaching the quarterfinals for the third consecutive time.
Match facts
- ZED are unbeaten in regulation time in their last five matches.
- Zamalek have lost only twice in their last ten outings.
- ZED average 0.95 goals per home game, while Zamalek average 2 goals per away game.
Probable lineups
- ZED: Lotfi, Rabia, Tarek, Bakry, Ibrahim, Saber, Magassa, Ahmed, Saad, Messi, Atef.
- Zamalek: Soliman, Bentyag, Abdelmagid, Mahmoud, Hassan, Shehata, Ismail, El-Said, Juan Alvina, Dabbagh, Mansi.
H2H
ZED have never beaten Zamalek at home.
Prediction
Given the quality and form of both teams, the visitors are slight favorites. Zamalek are fighting for the title and are determined to end Al Ahly’s dominance, so dropping points is not an option. My bet: Zamalek to win with a 0 handicap (draw no bet).
