Zamalek defeats Al Mokawloon Arab in Egyptian Premier League

Zamalek secured a 2-1 victory against Al Mokawloon Arab in the eighth round of the Egyptian Premier League. Mohamed Hamad opened the scoring for Zamalek in the second half, but Al Mokawloon Arab equalized through Mohamed Abdel Nasser in the 57th minute after a shot deflected off Omar Gaber. Angolan player Chico Banza secured the win for Zamalek with a goal in the 88th minute.

With this win, Zamalek has reached 19 points from eight matches, temporarily moving into second place, two points behind league leaders Pyramids FC. Al Mokawloon Arab remains at 11 points.

In another match during the same round, Bank Al Ahly and Al Masry drew 1-1. Salah Mohsen scored for Al Masry in the 42nd minute, while Ahmed Yasser equalized for Bank Al Ahly via a penalty in the 52nd minute.