Capital Cup Clash: Ittihad Alexandria Dominate Zamalek 3-0 in Egypt’s Capital Cup
1 January 2026
Match Report
Zamalek suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat at Al Ittihad Alexandria on Thursday evening, at Burj Al Arab Stadium, in the fourth round of the Capital of Egypt Cup.
Fadi Farid struck twice in 22nd and 27th minutes, with John Ibuka adding a third in 64th, as visitors failed to cope with pressure.
Standings & Reactions
The result handed Ittihad their first win under coach Tamer Mustafa and pushed them to six points, placing them second behind Al Masry by a single point.
Zamalek remained on four points and fifth after naming a young squad managed by Abdel Hamid, amid rumors about unpaid wages.
The club pressure following Ahmed Abdel-Raouf's resignation, with reports that players refused to play in protest over salaries.
From start, Ittihad dominated, helped by defensive lapses from Zamalek, which allowed Farid to score first two goals.
Mustafa brought Kanaria, Touni and Ibuka in the second half; Zamalek introduced youngsters like Medhat and Al-Hosary as subs.
Ibuka completed a third after a clumsy defensive miscue, while substitute Hossam Al-Taqi’s drive was kept out by Gennesh. Punchlines: Defense? Comedy gold. Whistle: mic drop.
