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Cleopatra's Cup Quest: Ceramica Closes Abu Qir's Run in Egypt Cup

23 December 2025

Cleopatra's Cup Quest: Ceramica Closes Abu Qir's Run in Egypt Cup
Cleopatra moves on to the Round of 16 after defeating Abu Qir Fertilizers

Match overview

Ceramica Cleopatra edged Abu Qir Fertilizers, a second-division side, with a hard-fought 2-0 victory on Tuesday evening at the Arab Contractors Stadium in the Egypt Cup Round of 32.

Abu Qir kept their shape through regulation, forcing a goalless draw and pushing the match into extra time.

A late red card for Abu Qir midfielder Adham Ahmed in the 101st minute proved the turning point in Ceramica's favor.

Ayman Saad, nicknamed 'Moka,' broke the deadlock in the 108th minute before Nigerian forward Sadiq Igola added the insurance in the 111th.

Under coach Ali Maher, Ceramica Cleopatra advanced to the Round of 16 and now awaits the winner of the Zamalek vs El-Mahalla Baladiya tie.

Four Round of 16 fixtures were officially set, featuring National Bank vs Enppi, El Gouna vs Pyramids, Talaea El Gaish vs Kahraba Ismailia, and Haras El Hodoud vs Smouha, with Ceramica already plotting their next move as they eye the Round of 16 and beyond.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the result of the match?

Ceramica Cleopatra won 2-0 after extra time in the Egypt Cup Round of 32.

Who scored the goals?

Ayman Saad 'Moka' opened the scoring in the 108th minute and Sadiq Igola added the second in the 111th.

What happens next for Ceramica Cleopatra?

They advance to the Round of 16 and will face the winner of the Zamalek vs El-Mahalla Baladiya match.