Late-Heartbeat Finish: Pyramids FC Snatches a 2-1 Win Over Kahraba Ismailia, Breaks Tie With Al Ahly
3 December 2025
Match Report
Pyramids FC rescued a late 2-1 victory away at Kahraba Ismailia in a postponed Egyptian Premier League clash from round eight, played at Ismailia Stadium.
How the goals unfolded
The Moroccan forward Mohamed Onajem gave Kahraba Ismailia the lead in the 56th minute with a headed finish that beat goalkeeper Mahmoud Gad.
Ali Gabr restored parity for Pyramids in the 65th minute with a precise header, and Mahmoud Abdel Hafiz “Zlaka” sealed the win for Pyramids in the 90+3rd minute, thanks to a cross from Moroccan Mohamed Sheibi.
Aftermath and standings
Following the late winner, Pyramids celebrated with their squad and moved to 26 points from 11 matches, climbing to second and breaking the tie with Al Ahly, who sit third on 23 points from 12 games.
The victory also leaves Pyramids three points behind leaders Ceramica Cleopatra, though the Cairo club has two games in hand, keeping the title race open.
Kahraba Ismailia stay 21st and last with 8 points, under coach Ridha Shahat.
Punchline: If late goals earned frequent flyer miles, this one would qualify for premium—traveled all the way to the final whistle.
Punchline: They say football is a game of two halves; tonight had a dramatic third act—call it extra-time without the coffee breaks.