Ahmed Kamel – Egypt Daily News
In a landmark achievement for Egyptian football, Pyramids FC clinched its first CAF Super Cup title after defeating Moroccan side RS Berkane 1–0 at the Air Defense Stadium in Cairo. The victory not only marked a historic moment for the club, but also solidified its growing reputation as a rising powerhouse in African football.
The decisive goal came in the 75th minute of the second half when Congolese striker Fiston Mayele capitalized on a chance inside the box, firing a powerful shot past Berkane’s goalkeeper to seal the win.
This triumph caps off a sensational year for Pyramids FC, who have now completed a rare continental double, CAF Champions League and CAF Super Cup, for the first time in the club’s history. In doing so, Pyramids became only the third Egyptian club to win the CAF Super Cup, joining the prestigious ranks of Al Ahly and Zamalek.
Continued Egyptian Dominance Over Moroccan Teams
With this result, Egyptian clubs have now extended their dominance over Moroccan sides in Super Cup finals. Since the competition began in 1993, Egyptian teams have bested Moroccan opponents five times in the final, reinforcing a long-standing North African rivalry that continues to tilt in Egypt’s favor on the continental stage.
Tactical Mastery and Strong Form
Under Croatian head coach Krunoslav Jurčić, Pyramids FC has displayed impressive consistency. The team is currently on a seven-match winning streak across three competitions:
- Victories over Al Ahly, ZED FC, and Tala’ea El Gaish in the Egyptian Premier League
- A strong showing in the preliminary rounds of the CAF Champions League against APR FC (Rwanda)
- A convincing 3–0 win over Auckland City and a hard-fought victory over Al-Ahli Saudi in the Confederation Cup
During this winning streak, Pyramids scored 18 goals and conceded just once, underscoring the squad’s newfound defensive solidity and attacking sharpness.
Matchday Line-up Against RS Berkane
Pyramids started the Super Cup final with a balanced lineup featuring experience and flair:
- Goalkeeper: Ahmed El Shenawy
- Defenders: Mohamed Chibi, Mahmoud Marei, Ahmed Samy, Mohamed Hamdy
- Midfielders: Mohanad Lasheen, Blati Touré, Walid El Karti
- Forwards: Ahmed Atef “Qutta”, Fiston Mayele, Mostafa Fathi
Their disciplined structure and clinical finishing proved to be the difference against a resolute RS Berkane side.
Financial Windfall: Over $6.5 Million in Prize Money
Pyramids FC’s string of continental successes has not only elevated the club’s status but also delivered a significant financial boost. The club’s earnings from its three recent African titles amount to $6.5 million, or roughly 285.5 million Egyptian pounds, as follows:
- CAF Champions League victory: $4 million
- CAF Super Cup title: $500,000
- CAF Confederation Cup win: $2 million
These rewards represent a major return on investment for the club, which has been heavily backed in recent years with the goal of breaking into Africa’s elite.
A Club on the Rise
Founded just over a decade ago, Pyramids FC has evolved from a domestic challenger into a continental force. The club’s recent achievements reflect a broader strategy focused on infrastructure, high-level coaching, and international talent recruitment.
As Pyramids celebrates this historic milestone, the focus will now turn to sustaining success in both domestic and continental competitions. With strong leadership, financial stability, and on-field momentum, Pyramids FC is fast becoming a symbol of modern ambition in African football.
