Egyptian Premier League – Matchday 3 Monday, 31 August 2026 | New Suez Stadium (or Cairo International Stadium) | Kick-off approx. 13:00–17:00 local time

Two of the early frontrunners in the 2026/27 Egyptian Premier League collide as Al-Masry host Pyramids FC. Both sides sit on maximum points after two games (6 pts each), with Pyramids topping the table on goal difference after a perfect defensive start (5 goals scored, 0 conceded). Al-Masry are right behind after two narrow wins.

Form Guide

• Al-Masry: WW (4 goals scored, 2 conceded). Solid start with home wins.
• Pyramids FC: WW (5 goals scored, 0 conceded). Unbeaten and the league’s meanest defence so far under Rhulani Mokwena.

Head-to-head has often been tight, with a high number of draws in recent meetings. Pyramids arrive as slight favourites due to their superior goal difference and cleaner defensive record.

Team News

Pyramids will be without midfielder Mahmoud Saber (thigh injury). No other major absences reported for either side.

Prediction

Al-Masry 1-2 Pyramids

Pyramids look the more complete side early in the season and should edge a competitive encounter. Expect a tight, tactical game with the visitors’ quality in attack proving decisive.