Smouha SC 1, Pyramids 2

CAIRO (Interstat) — Pyramids opened their Egyptian Premier League season with a 2-1 victory over Smouha SC on Wednesday at 30 June Air Defence Stadium in the Egyptian capital. The home side capitalized on a dominant first-half performance, scoring twice before the interval, while Smouha mounted a second-half comeback that fell short. Midfielder Mahmoud Zalaka put Pyramids ahead in the 23rd minute, rising above the Smouha defense to head a cross from defender Mahmoud Marei into the net. The goal came after a patient buildup that saw Pyramids recycle possession and stretch the visitors’ backline. Marei’s assist was his first… Read more...