Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC Predictions

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Premier LeaguePremier League · Egypt
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Ghazl El Mehalla

Ghazl El Mehalla

Full Time

0 - 3

AI predicted 1 - 2

Pyramids FC

Pyramids FC

🗓️ Saturday, 22 Aug 2026 at 20:00 EEST (venue time) · 17:00 UTC (your time)📍 El-Gazel Stadium, El Mahalla El Kubra

Win Probability (1X2)

Ghazl El Mehalla 18%Draw 27%Pyramids FC 55%

Best Value Pick

Match Result: Pyramids FC Win

Match Result

7.2/10

Pyramids FC Cruise Past Ghazl El Mehalla with Clinical 3-0 Away Win

Pyramids FC delivered a commanding performance at El-Gazel Stadium, securing a 3-0 victory over Ghazl El Mehalla in the Egyptian Premier League. The visitors asserted their dominance throughout the match, controlling 56% of possession and outshooting the hosts 10 to 6, with four efforts on target. Goals from Youssef Obama, Walid El Karti, and Mahmoud Zalaka highlighted a clinical attacking display, while Ghazl El Mehalla struggled to create clear chances. The match saw Pyramids FC break the deadlock late in the first half before adding two more in the second, effectively killing off any hopes of a Mehalla comeback. The home side, despite their efforts, were unable to breach Ahmed El-Shenawy's goal, managing just two shots on target. Discipline was also an issue for Mehalla, who picked up three yellow cards as frustration mounted.

🔥 AI Prediction Report

CERTIFIED W

Predicted

1 - 2

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Actual

0 - 3

✅Result
❌BTTS
✅O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results2/2 hit

1X2 — Away
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Over/Under 2.5 Goals — Over
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Key Moments

41' — Goal

Youssef Obama breaks the deadlock with a well-taken finish to give Pyramids FC the lead.

67' — Goal

Walid El Karti doubles the advantage, finishing off a flowing move from midfield.

74' — Goal

Mahmoud Zalaka puts the result beyond doubt with a third goal for Pyramids FC.

Various' — Yellow Cards

Ghazl El Mehalla pick up three yellow cards as frustration grows in the second half.

Ghazl El Mehalla

Ghazl El Mehalla

4.5/10

Ghazl El Mehalla started with a 4-2-3-1 setup, but struggled to impose themselves against a well-organized Pyramids FC. With only 44% possession and six total shots, their attacking threat was limited, and they failed to register a goal. The midfield was often bypassed, and the defense was breached three times as the match wore on. Discipline issues further hampered their efforts, as three players went into the referee's book.

Key Players

Amer Mohamed: Made several saves to keep the scoreline respectable despite a barrage of Pyramids attacks.
Ahmed El Aash: Tried to marshal the defense but was ultimately overrun by Pyramids' movement.

Strengths

Goalkeeper Amer Mohamed's shot-stoppingEarly defensive organization

Weaknesses

Limited attacking threat (2 shots on target)Struggled to retain possession (44%)Defensive lapses leading to goalsDisciplinary issues (3 yellow cards)
Pyramids FC

Pyramids FC

8/10

Pyramids FC executed their 4-2-3-1 formation to near perfection, dictating play with 56% possession and creating the majority of chances. Their attacking trio, led by Youssef Obama, proved too much for the Mehalla backline, with Obama opening the scoring in the 41st minute. The midfield duo of Walid El Karti and Mahmoud Zalaka added goals in the second half, sealing a comfortable win. Defensively, they were rarely troubled, conceding just two shots on target.

Key Players

Youssef Obama: Opened the scoring and led the line with constant movement and threat.
Walid El Karti: Controlled midfield and scored the crucial second goal.
Mahmoud Zalaka: Capped off the performance with the third goal.

Strengths

Clinical finishing (3 goals from 4 shots on target)Midfield control and creativitySolid defensive organizationEffective use of width

Weaknesses

Occasional lapses in discipline (1 yellow card)Could have converted more of their 10 shots

Tactical Analysis

Both teams lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, but Pyramids FC's fluidity in midfield and sharpness in attack made the difference. The visitors pressed high and used their possession advantage to stretch Mehalla's defensive lines, creating space for their attacking midfielders. Pyramids' full-backs provided width, while the central midfielders dictated tempo and broke up Mehalla's build-up. Ghazl El Mehalla, meanwhile, struggled to transition from defense to attack, often resorting to long balls that were easily dealt with by the Pyramids backline. Set pieces offered little respite for the hosts, as Pyramids defended corners and free kicks with authority.

Turning Point

Youssef Obama's opening goal in the 41st minute shifted momentum decisively in Pyramids FC's favor, forcing Mehalla to chase the game.

Man of the Match

Youssef Obama

His opening goal set the tone and his movement continually unsettled the Mehalla defense.

Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC: Match Preview

Ghazl El Mehalla begin the new campaign with a mixed bag of recent results, alternating wins and losses in their last five league outings (WDWLL). Their attack has shown occasional bursts—such as the 4-2 home win over Haras El Hodood—but also periods of bluntness, failing to score in two of the last five. Pyramids FC, meanwhile, arrive with a stronger recent record (WWDW in competitive matches before a friendly defeat), and have not failed to score in any of their last five, averaging 1.8 goals per game.

Statistically, the matchup tilts in Pyramids FC's favour. Their attack is more consistent, and they have produced both more goals and a perfect 5/5 BTTS record in recent matches, suggesting a tendency for open games. Ghazl El Mehalla's defence concedes 1.2 per game on recent form, and their shot output (8.2 per game, 2.4 on target) is less threatening than Pyramids' (8 shots, but with a higher conversion rate). The H2H record is stark: Pyramids have won 7 of the last 8, including a 3-1 win away in February.

The model expects Pyramids FC's superior attacking rate and psychological edge from the H2H series to tell, but with both teams' defensive numbers far from watertight, the likeliest scenario is a 2-1 away win. A higher-scoring draw is plausible if Mehalla can capitalise on set pieces or Pyramids' tendency for BTTS games, but the away side's historical dominance and recent scoring consistency make them clear favourites.

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Win Probability
Ghazl El Mehalla 20% Draw 24% Pyramids FC 56%

Over 2.5 Goals

51%

BTTS: Yes

51%

Likely Scores

0-1 · 1-1 · 0-2

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Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
18%
27%
55%
Ghazl El Mehalla 18%Draw 27%Pyramids FC 55%
Both Teams to Score
54%
46%
Yes 54%No 46%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
52%
48%
Over 2.5 52%Under 2.5 48%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
40%
60%
Over 9.5 40%Under 9.5 60%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC that most previews miss.

  • 1Pyramids FC's last 5 matches have all seen both teams score, with an average total of 3.2 goals per game.
  • 2Ghazl El Mehalla have failed to score in 2 of their last 5, but netted 4 in their most recent home outing.
  • 3Across the last 8 H2H meetings, Pyramids FC have averaged 2.9 goals per game against Mehalla.

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The Case For This Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC Prediction

This fixture projects as a moderately open contest, with Pyramids FC carrying a clear historical and statistical edge. The away side's recent scoring rate and BTTS frequency point to a higher-than-average goal environment, while Ghazl El Mehalla's home output remains modest. The most likely outcome is a narrow Pyramids win in a match with goals at both ends.

Key Factors at a Glance

Recent Form

  • →Pyramids have won 7 of the last 8 H2H meetings, including 3-1 away in the most recent encounter.

Attack

  • →Pyramids FC have scored in all of their last 5 matches, averaging 1.8 goals per game.
  • →Ghazl El Mehalla have failed to score in 2 of their last 5 and average only 2.4 shots on target per game.

🚩 Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC Corners Prediction

medium confidence
8.9expected total corners
Over 40%
Under 60%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 3.5 corners for Ghazl El Mehalla and 5.4 for Pyramids FC, for an expected total of 8.9. That makes the model lean Under 9.5 corners (60%). Over 8.5: 53% · Over 10.5: 28%.

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How Ghazl El Mehalla and Pyramids FC Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

Ghazl El MehallaGhazl El Mehallalast 5 matches
A. ShoushaXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

M. Ashrafsub/out
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

Armooshasub/out
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

Y. ZakariaXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Pyramids FCPyramids FClast 5 matches
N. Mahersub/out
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

ZalakaXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

O. Al Fakhourisub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

K. HafezXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

F. Mayelesub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Ghazl El Mehalla's recent form is patchy, with two wins, one draw, and two defeats in their last five, including a 4-2 home win and two matches where they failed to score. Pyramids FC have been more consistent, winning three and drawing one of their last five competitive matches before a friendly defeat, and have scored in every outing.

Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC — Last 1 Matches

Ghazl El MehallaGhazl El MehallaLast 1 results
L0-3
Lvs Pyramids FC0-3

Strengths

  • +Over 2.5 goals in 100% of games this season
Pyramids FCPyramids FCLast 1 results
W3-0
W@ Ghazl El Mehalla3-0

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
  • +Both teams scoring in most recent games
  • +100% clean sheet rate this season
  • +Over 2.5 goals in 100% of games this season

What History Says: Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC

Pyramids FC have dominated this fixture historically, winning 7 of the last 8 meetings and scoring at least twice in each of their last four away games against Ghazl El Mehalla. The only draw came back in April 2021, with all other matches going the way of Pyramids, often by comfortable margins.

Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC Head-to-Head History

Last 9 meetings between these sides

0

Ghazl El Mehalla wins

1

Draws

8

Pyramids FC wins

0%11% draws89%
22 Aug 26Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC0-3
24 Feb 26Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC1-3
15 Jan 25Pyramids FC vs Ghazl El Mehalla3-0
21 May 23Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC0-2
7 Jan 23Pyramids FC vs Ghazl El Mehalla4-0
9 Aug 22Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC0-2

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC

With bookmaker odds unavailable, explicit value calculations cannot be made. However, the model's strong lean towards Pyramids FC (55% win probability) and the moderate over 2.5 goals probability (52%) suggest that away win and goal-heavy markets would be the first places to look for value once odds are posted.

Odds from Bet365. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Ghazl El Mehalla Winvalue6.5018.0%+2.6%
Draw3.2527.0%-3.8%
Pyramids FC Win1.5355.0%-10.4%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.5value2.3552.0%+9.4%
Under 2.51.5748.0%-15.7%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yesvalue2.6254.0%+15.8%
No1.4446.0%-23.4%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Ghazl El Mehalla Win @ 6.50EV +0.170
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5 @ 2.35EV +0.222
Both Teams Score: Yes @ 2.62EV +0.415

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Things to Watch: Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC

  • ⚠️No season-long data available for home/away splits or overall defensive/attacking rates—recent form is a small sample.
  • ⚠️Absence of odds data prevents explicit value calculations.
  • ⚠️Early season fixture: both teams may show tactical or personnel changes not captured by last season's data.

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Final Verdict

Ghazl El Mehalla 1–2 Pyramids FC

A 2-1 win for Pyramids FC is the statistical baseline, driven by their 7 wins in the last 8 H2H and a recent run of scoring in every match. The main risk to this outcome is Ghazl El Mehalla's occasional home goal burst, as seen against Haras El Hodood, which could push the match into a higher-scoring draw.

Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC: Common Questions

Who will win Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC?

Pyramids FC are clear favourites with a 55% win probability, based on a stronger recent scoring rate (1.8 goals per game) and a dominant H2H record (7 wins in last 8 meetings). Ghazl El Mehalla have just an 18% chance of victory.

Will both teams score in Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC?

Both teams to score is rated at 54%, reflecting Pyramids' 5/5 BTTS record in recent matches and Ghazl El Mehalla's inconsistent but occasionally potent attack.

Is over 2.5 goals likely in this match?

Over 2.5 goals has a 52% probability, with both teams averaging over 1 goal scored per game and Pyramids' matches tending towards higher totals (3.2 per game in their last five).

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Ghazl El Mehalla vs Pyramids FC: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

This fixture was routed to The Numbers Desk, the statistical baseline — season-long rates, splits and distributions. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 15 August 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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