Ismaily’s Derby Beat: A 2-1 Comeback as Egyptian League Weekend Heats Up
1 November 2025
Main results and late drama
Ismaily SC regained the winning rhythm by beating Kahraba Ismailia 2-1 in a heated derby on Saturday, the 13th round of the Egyptian Premier League. Abdullah Mohammed opened the scoring in the 42nd minute as the home crowd roared for the Dawriish side.
Kahraba Ismailia improved after the break under coach, with Omar Sayed and Essam Al-Fayoumi coming on at the start of the second half, while Ismaily responded by bringing on Nader Farag and Mohamed Hassan to refresh the attack.
Kahraba equalized in the 68th minute through Omar Sayed following a precise cross from Moroccan Mohamed Onajem.
Miloud Hamdi, Ismaily's coach, introduced Abdul Rahman Dah and Omar Al-Qat, and Ismaily sealed the winner in the 82nd minute via Mohamed Samir "Konta".
A late goal by Khaled Nebriysi was disallowed at 90+8, adding drama to the finale.
Ismaily's points rose to 10, in 17th place, while Kahraba Ismailia dropped to 21st and last with 8 points. The league format this season features 21 teams in the first round; the second round splits into two groups: one for the title and continental spots (group of seven) and another with 14 teams fighting relegation, with four teams dropping to the second division.
Gholam warning: The tale of the league is as unpredictable as a referee’s whistle after a double espresso.
Other notable results
Ghazl El Mahalla vs Modern Sporting ended goalless; Ali Fawzi missed a penalty in the 35th minute. Mahalla sits 8th with 16 points; Modern Sport 10th with 16 points on goal difference.
El Gouna vs Farco Farco claimed a 1-0 win at Khaled Bashara Stadium in the Red Sea, with Mahmoud Farhat scoring in the 13th minute and Mohamed Amad sent off in stoppage time of the first half (45+7).
El Gouna sits 14th with 15 points; Farco moves to 12 points in 16th after their second consecutive win.
Fixtures to watch
The round continues Sunday with Zamalek hosting Tala'ea El Gaish at Cairo Stadium, as the club begins a new chapter under interim coach Ahmed Abd el-Raouf following the dismissal of the Belgian manager. Zamalek had gone four league games without a win, drawing with El Gouna, Ghazl El Mahalla, and Bank Al Ahli, and losing the top clash to Al Ahly, fueling fan anger.
Meanwhile, Pyramids FC travels to face Al Ittihad Alexandria at the Defense of the Nation Stadium, with coach Kroasan Yortchich aiming to extend their good run and stay in the title race after relevant CAF exploits. Pyramids recently overcame Insurance Ethiopia to reach the CAF Champions League group stage.
Al Ahly host Al Masry at Borg El Arab; Ceramica Cleopatra face Petrojet at the Suez Canal Authority Stadium in Ismailia. Al Ahly seek to appease fans after a midweek draw, with Jose Ribeiro’s era having started under pressure after results dipped.
The round continues Tuesday with Wadi Degla vs Haras El Hodoud, ZED vs Bank Al Ahli, and Al Mokawloon vs Haras El Hodoud in a lineup of likely twists and turns.
Punchline 1: If football were a cooking show, today’s results would be a spicy derby—hard to swallow, but somehow delicious.
Punchline 2: My fantasy team is so dramatic it filed a transfer request with the calendar—season, please, relax a little!
