Pyramids defeated Al Masry to maintain their perfect Premier League record, while Zamalek and El Bank El Ahly also claimed victories.

Pyramids moved to nine points from three matches after Ahmed Samy scored the only goal at New Suez Stadium. The defender met Mohamed El-Shibi’s corner with a powerful header in the 11th minute.

Al Masry responded and almost equalised in the 37th minute. Mohamed Makhlouf struck the crossbar with a powerful free kick before Ahmed El-Shennawy cleared the danger.

Ouda Al-Fakhoury then left the pitch through injury shortly before half-time, with Nasser Maher replacing him.

Pyramids protected their advantage after the break and secured a third successive clean sheet. They have scored six goals without conceding so far this season.

Mohannad Lasheen received the player of the match award.

The defeat ended Al Masry’s winning start and left them fifth with six points. Pyramids moved two points clear of second-placed Zamalek, although several teams have yet to play their third match.

Zamalek Hold Off Suez Petrojet

Zamalek reached seven points after overcoming Suez Petrojet 2-1 at Cairo International Stadium. Suez Petrojet made the brighter start and had an early goal disallowed for a foul. The visitors also struck the woodwork twice during the match.

However, Hossam Ashraf headed Zamalek ahead in the 40th minute after meeting Chico Banza’s cross from the left.

Mohamed El-Sayed doubled the lead in the 63rd minute after coming on for Adam Kaied. He carried the ball into the penalty area before finishing into the bottom corner.

Suez Petrojet reduced the gap from a late penalty. Mahdi Soliman initially denied Godwin Chika, but officials ordered a retake because the goalkeeper left his line early.

Badr Moussa converted the second attempt in stoppage time. The goal ended Zamalek’s run of clean sheets but did not prevent their second consecutive victory.

Suez Petrojet remained 15th with one point from three matches.

El Bank El Ahly Claim First Points

El Bank El Ahly collected their first points of the season with a 1-0 win over Asyut Petroleum at Borg El Arab Stadium.

The teams remained level until Mohamed Nasr struck from outside the penalty area in the 74th minute. His shot deflected off Asyut defender Mahmoud Oukel and wrong-footed the goalkeeper.

El Bank El Ahly held their lead through the closing stages after losing their first two matches. They moved to 11th with three points, while Asyut Petroleum remained on two.

The results followed a second gameweek in which Zamalek beat El Bank El Ahly 3-0, and Pyramids defeated Abu Qir Fertilizers 2-0.

Al Masry had also finished the round among four teams on six points.