CAIRO (Interstat) — El Ahly SC and AS FAR played to a 0-0 draw Sunday in a CAF Champions League group stage match at Cairo International Stadium. The result defied pregame projections, as Interstat’s game simulator had predicted a 1-0 victory for the visiting Moroccan side, while its ELO system gave the Egyptian hosts a 77.6% probability to win.

The match was a physical, midfield battle lacking clear offensive breakthroughs. The defensive stalemate was reflected in a flurry of first-half yellow cards, with five issued between the 38th and 88th minutes. Key substitute performances provided brief sparks, but neither side could find a decisive finish.

Both clubs open their Champions League campaign with a single point. Their overall records across all competitions also move to 0-0-1.