The first football team of Zamalek meets its counterpart, Smouha, in the third round of the Egypt Capital Cup tournament, in a match held at the Arab Contractors Stadium.
1- Time of the Zamalek vs Smouha match
The Zamalek and Smouha match takes place at eight o’clock this Thursday evening. The team enters the match in high spirits after winning their last match against Haras El-Hodood.
2- Referee for the Zamalek vs Smouha match
The match between Zamalek and Smouha will be officiated by referee Haitham Osman, assisted by Mohamed Said Sheka and Mohamed Abu Rahab as assistant referees. Mohamed Nasser Abbas will be the fourth official. Walid Naji will be the Video Assistant Referee, assisted by Ahmed Lotfy.
3- Zamalek’s group in the Egypt Capital Cup
Zamalek Club is in the third group alongside: ZED, Al-Masry Al-Port Said, Ismaily Electricity, Haras El-Hodood, and Smouha. Twenty-one clubs from the Premier League are participating in the Egypt Capital Cup this season, divided into three groups. The group winner and runner-up from each group will qualify for the quarter-finals, along with the two best third-placed teams.
4- Zamalek’s results in the Egypt Capital Cup tournament
Zamalek defeated Haras El-Hodood two goals to one in the previous round. Before that, they drew 3-3 with Ismaily Electricity. The same round also saw Smouha draw with Al-Ittihad Alexandria without goals in the third group as well.
5- Zamalek absences against Smouha today
The technical staff of the Zamalek team is missing many players for the Smouha match for various reasons. The trio Ahmed Refaat, Abdullah El-Said, and Nabil Emad Donga are absent due to injury. Mahmoud Bentaieb is absent as he has permission due to his marriage. Saif Al-Jaziri is absent as he joined the Tunisia national team camp for the Africa Cup of Nations. Hossam Abdel Meguid, Mohamed Ismail, Mohamed Sobhi, Ahmed Fotouh, and Mohamed Shehata are absent as they are with the Egypt national team. Chico Banza is absent as he joined the Angola national team.
On the other side, the technical director of the Smouha first football team aims to surprise Zamalek in today’s Thursday match, in order to achieve a victory over them and secure the first three points in the group, taking advantage of the absences in the White Castle’s squad.
Mostafa Mohamed, Egypt national team striker in today’s trainingBaron Oshing, Zamalek player
Zamalek
Zamalek is an affluent district located on Gezira Island in the Nile River within Cairo, Egypt. Historically developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it was originally home to many foreign diplomats and elites, featuring a blend of architectural styles from that era. Today, it is known for its upscale residences, embassies, cultural venues like the Cairo Opera House, and lush, green spaces.
Smouha
Smouha is a modern district in Alexandria, Egypt, named after and developed by the Jewish-Egyptian businessman Joseph Smouha in the 1920s. It was constructed on reclaimed marshland and is known for its planned residential layout, green spaces, and the prominent Smouha Club.
Egypt Capital Cup
The Egypt Capital Cup is an annual preseason football tournament held in Cairo, featuring top Egyptian Premier League clubs. It was established in 2021 as a competitive preparation event for the domestic season, often hosted at the Cairo International Stadium.
Arab Contractors Stadium
The Arab Contractors Stadium, located in Cairo, Egypt, is a multi-purpose sports venue primarily used for football. It was constructed and is owned by the Arab Contractors Company, with its history dating back to its opening in 1979. The stadium has hosted numerous domestic and continental football matches, including games during the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations.
Haras El-Hodood
Haras El-Hodood is a major sports club in Alexandria, Egypt, best known for its professional football team. Founded in 1950, the club has strong historical ties to Egypt’s border guard forces, which is reflected in its name meaning “Border Guard.”
ZED
ZED is a large-scale, immersive digital art center located in the Atacama Desert of Chile, designed to blend with its stark surroundings. It focuses on exhibitions that merge technology, science, and art, aiming to create a unique cultural destination in one of the world’s driest places.
Al-Masry Al-Port Said
Al-Masry Al-Port Said is a major Egyptian sports club based in the city of Port Said, founded in 1920. It is historically renowned for its passionate fan base and its football team, which has been a significant part of Egyptian sporting culture for over a century.
Ismaily Electricity
Ismaily Electricity is a professional football club based in Ismailia, Egypt, founded in 1924. It is one of the country’s oldest and most popular clubs, historically associated with the Suez Canal Company’s electricity department workers. The club has a significant sporting history, having won the Egyptian Premier League and the CAF Champions League.
Premier League
The Premier League is the top level of the English football league system, founded in 1992 when clubs in the Football League First Division broke away to capitalize on lucrative television rights deals. It has since grown into one of the world’s most popular and commercially successful sports leagues, known for its global audience and competitive nature.
Al-Ittihad Alexandria
Al-Ittihad Alexandria is a prominent sports club in Alexandria, Egypt, founded in 1914. It is one of the oldest and most successful football clubs in the country, historically known for its strong rivalry with Al Ahly and Zamalek of Cairo. The club has a rich history as a symbol of Alexandrian identity and has produced many notable Egyptian athletes.
Tunisia national team
The Tunisia national football team, nicknamed the “Carthage Eagles,” represents Tunisia in international men’s football and is governed by the Tunisian Football Federation. The team made history by becoming the first African nation to win a match at the FIFA World Cup when they defeated Mexico 3-1 in 1978. They have since qualified for multiple World Cups and won the Africa Cup of Nations as hosts in 2004.
Africa Cup of Nations
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is the premier international men’s football competition in Africa, first held in 1957. It was founded to unite African nations emerging from colonialism and is organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The tournament is held every two years and has grown to become a major global sporting event.
Egypt national team
The Egypt national football team, nicknamed the Pharaohs, is the most successful national team in Africa, having won a record seven Africa Cup of Nations titles. Its history dates back to its first international match in 1920, and it was the first African team to qualify for the FIFA World Cup in 1934.
Angola national team
The Angola national football team, nicknamed the Palancas Negras (Black Antelopes), represents Angola in international men’s football. It gained prominence by qualifying for the FIFA World Cup in 2006, a significant milestone following the country’s independence from Portugal in 1975 after a long civil war.
White Castle
White Castle is an American fast-food restaurant chain founded in 1921 in Wichita, Kansas, credited as the first fast-food hamburger chain. It is famous for its small, square hamburgers known as “sliders” and its distinctive white, castle-like building design.
