The date of the Al Ahly and Zamalek match in the 133rd summit of the Egyptian league.. The title race and expected lineup
Millions of fans of Egyptian and Arab football will turn their eyes on Sunday evening to Cairo International Stadium to follow the Al Ahly and Zamalek match in the 133rd summit within the sixth round of the Egyptian Premier League. This match gains double importance as it resolves the tie at the top of the standings, with both teams entering the match having 13 points after a strong start to the season, where each team has achieved 4 victories and a single draw.
The date of the upcoming Al Ahly and Zamalek match and the broadcasting channels
The kickoff of the Al Ahly and Zamalek match will be tomorrow evening, Sunday, October 11, 2026, at the following times:
8:00 PM Cairo and Mecca time.
9:00 PM UAE and Oman time.
Match venue: Cairo International Stadium with a large audience presence amidst special preparations from the fan clubs and the White Knights.
Broadcasting channels: ON Time Sports Network via satellite and terrestrial broadcasting, accompanied by an analytical studio featuring a selection of stars from Egyptian football, with precise coverage through the Yalla Kora platform and Kora Plus website moment by moment. عبر البث الفضائي والأرضي، مصحوبة باستوديو تحليلي يضم نخبة من نجوم الكرة المصرية، مع متابعة دقيقة عبر منصة يلا كورة وموقع كورة بلس لحظة بلحظة.
The battle of the lines intensifies between Hussein Amouta and Moataz Gamal
The excitement does not stop at the feet of the players inside the green rectangle, but extends to a crucial tactical battle on the benches:
Hossam Amor (the coach of Al Ahly Club): The Moroccan is facing his first derby test in his career with the Red Giant in the league, and he seeks to confirm his attacking personality and establish his presence in the Red Castle before the start of his continental journey against Ugandan Kitara in the Confederation Cup.
Moataz Gamal (the coach of Zamalek Club): He leads the White Knight in his second summit with the ambition of redemption and erasing the memories of the previous encounter, relying on defensive discipline and quick counter-attacks to regain the winning tone after the recent fall of the youth in the Cairo Capital Cup.
Determining the situation of Ahmed Nabil Koka and the goalkeeper selection
The training of Al Ahly Club witnessed a state of anticipation regarding the medical readiness of the injured elements:
The situation of Ahmed Nabil Koka: The player is undergoing a final medical examination to determine his presence in the official list after his gradual recovery from muscle fatigue, with the coaching staff keen not to rush to include him unless he is in complete physical readiness.
The battle for the Red Fortress's goalkeeping position: The coaching staff led by Amor has settled on the starting goalkeeper for the match, amidst a strong selection that showed a clear desire to rely on the most ready and stable in major matches to ensure defensive security.
The expected formation of Al Ahly against Zamalek (led by Hossam Amor)
Goalkeeping: Mostafa Shobeir (the most favored after the coaching staff's selection).
Defense line: Omar Kamal Abdel Wahid - Rami Rabia - Khaled Abdel Fattah (or Yasser Ibrahim) - Karim Al-Debis (in light of preparing the left flank).
Midfield: Marwan Attia - Ahmed Nabil Koka (if he passes the final medical test) - Imam Ashour.
Attack line: Tahr Mohamed Tahr - Sofiane Ben Jdida (who shone offensively after the match against Petrojet) - Hussein El Shahat.
The most prominent bench and substitutes: Mohamed Magdy Afsha (after confirming his minor injury), Reda Slim, and Omar Sayed Mawad.
The expected formation of Zamalek to face Al Ahly (led by Mo'tamed Gamal)
Goalkeeping: Mohamed Sobhi.
Defense line: Omar Gaber - Hossam Abdel-Meguid - Mostafa El Zanary - Ahmed Fattouh (returning to lead the left flank).
Midfield: Nabil Emad Dunga - Nasser Maher - Abdullah El Sayed.
Attack line: Ahmed Sayed Zizo - Nasser Mansi (or Seif El Gazziri) - Mostafa Shalaby.
The most prominent bench and substitutes: Seif Jafar, Mahmoud Bentayek, and Ziad Kamal.
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The standings of the Egyptian league and the chances of the two poles before the starting whistle
The two teams share the top spot with 13 points from 5 matches, making the winner of Sunday’s match take sole possession of the lead with a full 3-point gap over their traditional rival. Both coaches understand that losing at this early stage could impose early fan pressure on technical stability, making caution and focus on small details the main theme of the anticipated Cairo derby.