Al Ahly's first team concluded the first half of their match against Egyptian Railways in the Egypt Cup's round of 32, held at Cairo International Stadium, with a 2-0 lead. The team's star player, Ahmed Sayed Zizo, shone in the first 45 minutes, scoring both goals. The match began with Al Ahly creating the first attacking opportunity in the fourth minute, as Zizo sent a cross that Egyptian Railways' defender, Mohamed Gabes, attempted to clear with a header.
Al Ahly continued to pressure Egyptian Railways, with Zizo sending a strong pass towards the goal in the 12th minute, but it passed quickly without being followed up by any of Al Ahly's strikers. The team's persistence paid off in the 18th minute when Zizo sent another cross that was met by Mohamed Hani's powerful shot, which unfortunately hit the crossbar. However, Zizo's efforts finally paid off in the 25th minute when he scored a remarkable goal.
Zizo's first goal was scored after exchanging passes with Hani inside the penalty area, before shooting the ball powerfully into the far corner of the goal. This goal announced Al Ahly's lead, and Zizo repeated his success in the 36th minute, scoring the second goal using a similar method. He exchanged passes with Hani, evaded Egyptian Railways' defender, and fired a powerful shot that found the net, making the score 2-0 in favor of Al Ahly.
The first half concluded with Al Ahly dominating the game, and they nearly added a third goal in the second minute of stoppage time. Ashraf Ben Sharqi penetrated the Egyptian Railways' defense and sent a precise cross to Omar Al Saeed, who unfortunately shot the ball wide of the goal, wasting a clear opportunity. The referee then blew the whistle, ending the first half with Al Ahly leading 2-0.
Al Ahly's coach, Emam Mota, had announced the team's lineup for the match, and the players were determined to secure a win. The team's efforts were evident throughout the first half, with Zizo being the standout player. His two goals not only gave Al Ahly the lead but also showcased his exceptional skill.
The match was one of the key fixtures in the Egypt Cup, with Al Ahly seeking to advance to the next round. The team's performance in the first half demonstrated their intent to win, and they will look to build on this momentum in the second half. Egyptian Railways, on the other hand, will need to regroup and find a way to get back into the game.
The Egypt Cup match between Al Ahly and Egyptian Railways was held on November 7, 2026, at Cairo International Stadium. Al Ahly's 2-0 lead at halftime sets the stage for an exciting second half, as both teams look to achieve their goals in the competition. The match will likely be closely contested, with Al Ahly seeking to maintain their lead and Egyptian Railways fighting to stay in the game.
Key points
- Al Ahly leads Egyptian Railways 2-0 in the Egypt Cup, with Ahmed Sayed Zizo scoring both goals in the first half.
