Pyramids FC Surges After the African Super Cup Win: What’s Next for Egypt’s Rising Giant?
18 October 2025
Background and Rise of a Continent Spender
Pyramids FC sealed their fourth major title by lifting the CAF Super Cup after a 1-0 victory over RS Berkane, played at Cairo’s 30 June Stadium in front of league and continental observers including CAF president Patrice Motsepe.
The lone goal came from Congo star Fiston Mayele, whose strike in the 75th minute decided the match and cemented Pyramids as a growing force in African football.
The triumph adds to their May CAF Champions League win over Mamelodi Sundowns, marking the club as a regular on the continent’s top podiums and signaling a bold era for Egyptian football.
Earlier achievements include the 2024 Egypt Cup title over ZED and a run of success that has seen the club win multiple trophies in a short period, fueling ambitions beyond national borders.
Where is Pyramids headed next
Since its transformation, the club backed by Emirati owner Salem Al Shamsi has built a profile around aggressive signings and strategic management, reshaping a once modest club into a continental contender.
Historically, the club was rebranded in 2018 to reflect a nod to ancient Egyptian history and has since recruited stars from rival teams, including several from the original set up of the area, signaling clear intent.
In 2019 2020 the ownership structure shifted with Salem Al Shamsi taking a lead role and appointing a leadership team including the recruitment of a respected sporting director and a modern manager, Krunoslav Juric, who has steered the club toward trophy success.
During the summer of 2020 Pyramids reached the Confederation Cup final and subsequently pursued multiple titles while building a stable, winning culture under Juric, who emphasizes a positive, proactive approach and player rotation to reduce injuries and fatigue.
With four trophies in less than two years, the blue team now eyes the Egyptian league title, a trophy they came close to last season yet saw a three point deduction alter the final table, underscoring the high stakes that accompany their ascent.
The club also aims to defend the CAF Champions League and seal a first ever UAE loss in the Super Cup later this year, while December in Doha promises another frontier as Intercontinental Cup participants await the winner of the South American and North American tussles, potentially setting up an epic clash with Paris Saint Germain if fate aligns.
All these bold challenges mark a pivotal phase for Pyramids as they position themselves for historic achievements in Egyptian football and a potential 2029 Club World Cup berth.
Juric on the secret behind the success
Krunoslav Juric revealed the mindset behind this run of form in a post match interview after the Super Cup win. He stressed that football is work, that Pyramids never stop striving and that players constantly push for historic achievements in their careers.
He also underscored the need for smart rotation in future games to keep players fresh while maintaining a high level of performance and seriousness in every fixture.
Messages from the players
Captain Ali Jaber praised the team fluidity and the positive locker room atmosphere, noting that the coaching staff have created a wonderful environment that supports continued success and calls for focus on the next league match against Farco.
Walid Kariti, a midfield anchor, emphasized that the squad is hungry for every trophy and is building a sustained period of competitive excellence, with ambitions to challenge for all titles in the near term.
Right back Mohammed Shibi added that the players feel they deserve the trophy after putting in immense effort and delivering their best on the day.
