The Egyptian Premier League’s 2024-2025 season commenced with a flurry of exciting matches that saw giants Al-Ahly and Zamalek clinch victories, while several teams battled to hard-fought draws in a series of action-packed encounters.
In a commanding display at Al-Salam Stadium, Al-Ahly secured a decisive 5-2 triumph over Ceramica Cleopatra. The match began with Al-Ahly’s winger Hussein el-Shahat capitalizing on a defensive error to score an early goal in the 4th minute. Ceramica Cleopatra briefly leveled the score with a penalty converted by Algerian midfielder Ahmed Belhadji. However, Al-Ahly’s Palestinian striker Wissam Abou Ali stole the spotlight with two brilliant goals, including a stunning direct free kick, to put Al-Ahly in control. El-Shahat and Taher Mohamed Taher added further goals, solidifying Al-Ahly’s dominant start to the season.
Meanwhile, over at Ismailia Stadium, Ismaili and Ghazl El-Mahalla played out a tense 0-0 draw. Despite Ismaili’s dominance in possession and numerous scoring chances, Ghazl El-Mahalla’s resolute defense held firm. The match honored the late Ihab Galal with a moment of silence, and Ghazl El-Mahalla’s resilience was epitomized by their ability to maintain the draw even after Abdelrahim Amoory’s red card reduced them to ten men.
Cairo’s Air Defence Stadium witnessed a gripping 1-1 draw between Petrojet and Pyramids FC. Petrojet’s Gabriel Chukwudi opened the scoring in the 3rd minute, showcasing his skill by maneuvering past the goalkeeper. Pyramids responded swiftly with Congolese striker Fiston Mayele equalizing just minutes later. The match was marked by VAR interventions, with Petrojet having two goals disallowed for offside, adding to the tension and drama.
At Suez Stadium, Al-Masry emerged victorious with a 2-0 win against Talae el-Geish, thanks to goals from Salah Mohsen and Mahmoud Hamada. Mohsen, named Man of the Match, delivered a powerful header to score, followed by Hamada’s long-range strike to seal the win.
In another goalless encounter, Modern Sport and Enppi ended their match in a 0-0 draw. The highlight was a missed penalty by Modern Sport’s Jonathan Ngoyem during stoppage time, leaving fans at the edge of their seats.
Elsewhere, Zamalek edged out NBE Club in a thrilling 3-2 victory. Nasser Maher and Nasser Mansy scored for Zamalek, while Mohamed Helal’s two penalties kept NBE in contention. The decisive moment came in the 90+7th minute when Abdullah el-Said converted a penalty to clinch the win for Zamalek. The match also marked the return of Zamalek’s left-back Ahmed Fattouh, who made his comeback after a long injury hiatus.
The opening week of the Egyptian Premier League has set a high bar for excitement and drama, promising a season filled with unforgettable moments and fierce competition. As the teams settle into their campaigns, fans can look forward to more thrilling football action and the unfolding of stories that define the beautiful game.
