Pyramids FC Secures Important Tie in Morocco
In a thrilling encounter at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat, Egyptian football club Pyramids FC managed to secure a crucial 1-1 draw against FAR Rabat during the first leg of their CAF Champions League quarter-final on March 14, 2026. The match began with a swift strike from FAR Rabat, as left winger Ahmed Hammoudan found the net just eight minutes into the game, putting the home team in the lead. However, Pyramids FC demonstrated resilience and tactical prowess, equalizing in the second half thanks to a well-executed goal from winger Mahmoud Zalaka in the 52nd minute. This equalizer not only reignited hope for the Egyptian side but also set the stage for a thrilling return leg scheduled for March 21 at the Air Defense Stadium in Cairo.
The upcoming match promises to be a high-stakes affair, as the winner will advance to face the victor of the other quarter-final clash between Moroccan champions RS Berkane and Sudan's Al-Hilal. Notably, the first leg in Rabat was played without spectators due to a disciplinary sanction imposed on FAR Rabat by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), stemming from previous crowd troubles during a group-stage match against Al-Ahly. This absence of fans added an unusual atmosphere to the game, yet both teams displayed commendable sportsmanship and determination on the field.
As reported by egyptian-gazette.com.
