Pyramids FC vs Ismaily: Prediction, Lineups, Kickoff Time | Egypt League Cup 2025/26

On: December 23, 2025 9:39 AM

Pyramids FC vs Ismaily: Prediction, Lineups, Kickoff Time | Egypt League Cup 2025/26

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Pyramids FC vs Ismaily — Match Preview

A clash of wounded giants takes place at the 30 June Stadium on Thursday, 25 December 2025. Both Pyramids FC and Ismaily have endured a disastrous start to their League Cup campaign, sitting 7th and 6th in the group respectively with zero points. Pyramids, one of the richest clubs in Africa, suffered a humiliating 1–6 defeat to National Bank of Egypt recently and are desperate to restore their reputation. Ismaily, the “Brasilians of Egypt,” are in freefall with three consecutive losses and only one goal scored in the group. This is a battle for pride and survival in the competition.

Pyramids FC vs Ismaily — Match Info

Competition: Egypt League Cup (Group Stage)
Venue: 30 June Stadium, Cairo (Capacity: 30,000)
Date: Thursday, 25 December 2025 (Estimated)
Kickoff: 19:00 EET | 17:00 GMT
Referee: TBC (EFA Appointment)

Pyramids FC vs Ismaily — Match Stakes

Pyramids FC (7th — 0 pts):

Win → Moves to 3 pts; keeps slim qualification hopes alive
Draw → Disastrous; confirms the crisis at the club
Loss → Virtually eliminated; immense pressure on the management after the 1–6 debacle

Ismaily (6th — 0 pts):

Win → Moves to 3 pts; restores faith among the passionate fans in Ismailia
Draw → Stops the losing streak but offers little progress
Loss → 4th consecutive defeat in all competitions; relegation form worrying for the league too

Pyramids FC vs Ismaily — Team News

Pyramids FC:

Sobhi R. — Available (Key Winger)
Mayele F. — Available (Goal threat)
Adel I. — Questionable (Fatigue after recent cup match)
Defensive Shake-up: After conceding 8 goals in 2 group games, expect major changes to the backline.

Ismaily:

Magdy A. — Available (Captain & Creator)
El Shamy M. — Available (Pace on the break)
Rotation Expected: The manager may field youth players as the senior squad has failed to deliver results recently.

Pyramids FC vs Ismaily — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Pyramids FC

22/12 — 2–0 vs Masar (Egypt Cup)
20/12 — 0–2 vs El Gouna (League Cup)
13/12 — 0–2 vs Flamengo RJ (Intercontinental Cup)
09/12 — 1–6 vs National Bank of Egypt (League Cup)
06/12 — 2–2 vs Petrojet (League)

Ismaily

19/12 — 0–1 vs Petrojet (League Cup)
10/12 — 1–3 vs El Gouna (League Cup)
01/12 — 1–1 vs Haras El Hodood (Cup – Lost on pens)
01/11 — 2–1 vs Kahrabaa Ismailia (League)
26/10 — 0–1 vs Pharco (League)

Pyramids FC vs Ismaily — Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)

14/08/2025 — Pyramids 1–0 Ismaily (Premier League)
24/03/2025 — Ismaily 2–2 Pyramids (Egypt Cup)
21/12/2024 — Ismaily 1–1 Pyramids (Premier League)
19/05/2024 — Ismaily 0–2 Pyramids (Premier League)
28/11/2023 — Pyramids 2–1 Ismaily (Premier League)

Pyramids FC vs Ismaily — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)

Pyramids FC (4-2-3-1)

El Shenawy; Chibi, Samy, Galal, Hamdy; Toure, El Karti; Mostafa Fathi, Lasheen, Sobhi; Mayele

Ismaily (4-3-3)

Fawzy; Desouki, Nasr, Ammar, El Mohamady; Makhlouf, Hamdi, Saleh; Magdy, Annor, El Shamy

Pyramids FC vs Ismaily — Impact Bench

Pyramids FC: Lakay (Speed), Zalaka (Dribbling)

Ismaily: Jouda (Young talent), Farag (Midfield energy)

Pyramids FC vs Ismaily — Tactical Analysis

Pyramids FC

Krunoslav Jurcic (or current manager) must fix the defense. The 1–6 loss to National Bank was an anomaly, but it highlighted their vulnerability to counter-attacks. Pyramids will dominate possession and look to exploit Ismaily’s flanks through Ramadan Sobhi and Mostafa Fathi. They need an early goal to settle nerves.

Ismaily

The “Dervishes” are struggling to create chances, having scored just 1 goal in the group. They will likely sit deep and try to frustrate Pyramids, relying on the speed of Yaw Annor and Abdel Rahman Magdy on the break. However, their defense has leaked 4 goals in 2 games, suggesting they cannot hold out for 90 minutes against Pyramids’ quality.

Pyramids FC vs Ismaily — Key Battles

Mayele vs Nasr — top striker vs shaky center-back
El Karti vs Saleh — midfield control battle
Sobhi vs Desouki — Pyramids’ danger man vs Ismaily fullback
El Shenawy vs Magdy — GK concentration vs long shots

Pyramids FC vs Ismaily — Spotlight Players

Pyramids FC — Fiston Mayele

The Congolese striker is a goal machine. In a game where Pyramids need to outscore their defensive issues, he is the most likely candidate to find the net.

Ismaily — Abdel Rahman Magdy

The captain is the only spark in a dull Ismaily attack. He needs to produce a moment of magic from a set-piece or a solo run to give his team a chance.

Pyramids FC vs Ismaily — Prediction

Pyramids FC 3–1 Ismaily

Despite their recent defensive collapse, Pyramids have far too much individual quality for this struggling Ismaily side. Ismaily’s lack of goals is a major concern, and Pyramids will likely view this as the perfect opportunity to bounce back with a convincing win.