Zamalek's first football team is preparing to face a crucial and intense match against Al-Ittihad Alexandria today, Friday, in the 2026/2027 Egyptian Premier League season.
Cairo International Stadium is set to host the Zamalek vs. Al-Ittihad Alexandria match at 8:00 PM Cairo time, as part of the first round of the Premier League.
Coach Maamoun Gamal's men will aim to continue their historical dominance over Al-Ittihad Alexandria and secure a strong start to the new 2026/2027 season.
Meanwhile, Al-Ittihad Alexandria, under the guidance of their coach Hamza Gamal, hopes to break historical records and achieve a new victory over the White Knight in the league's opening match.
What has Maamoun Gamal achieved against Al-Ittihad Alexandria?
Looking back at historical records, Maamoun Gamal has faced Al-Ittihad Alexandria in two previous matches: the first as the coach of Al-Mokawloon Al-Arab, and the second with Zamalek.
Al-Mokawloon Al-Arab suffered a 1-0 defeat to Al-Ittihad Alexandria in a match during the 2023/2024 season, played at Al-Mokawloon Al-Arab Stadium.
In contrast, Maamoun Gamal led Zamalek to a 1-0 victory over Al-Ittihad Alexandria in the second half of the 2025/2026 season, at Cairo International Stadium.
Maamoun Gamal will strive to prove his worth and tip the historical balance in his favor by winning the league opener, given the even record in his encounters with Al-Ittihad Alexandria.
Zamalek's record under Maamoun Gamal revealed
Maamoun Gamal has led the White Club in a total of 27 matches across all competitions, including the Egyptian Premier League, the Egyptian Cup, the League Cup, and the African Confederation Cup.
Maamoun Gamal has secured a total of 16 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses. During his tenure as technical director, Zamalek scored 39 goals and conceded 25.
Maamoun Gamal successfully led the White team to the league title in the final match of last season, after a clean-sheet victory over Ceramica Cleopatra, following a fierce competition with Al-Ahly and Pyramids.
