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National Bank of Egypt vs Zamalek: Our top betting tips
Zamalek remain top of the league right now. Will they maintain the same margin of lead with a win here? Find out with our National Bank of Egypt vs Zamalek match preview with free tips, predictions and odds mentioned along the way.
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It will end all square
Zamalek have been unstoppable away from home this season; they've won eight of 10 road games so far, with a draw and a loss. However, it's worth mentioning that National Bank of Egypt have not lost many games lately; in fact, they are unbeaten in their last 12 games. To be fair, National Bank have drawn more games than they've won recently; as five of their last six games ended in stalemates. It's noteworthy, however, that the last two encounters between National Bank and Zamalek ended in 1:1 draws. Additionally, Zamalek's last two games were level at the end of regulation time; that's why we're predicting a draw here.
Both teams to score
We mentioned that the last two meetings between these sides were 1:1 draws; both teams have met three times, and all three clashes featured goals at both ends. It's important to note that both teams have scored and conceded a lot of goals recently. Zamalek bagged eight goals in their last four games, whilst keeping no clean sheets in their last eight games; with both teams scoring in all of their last four games. Considering both teams scored in seven of National Bank's last nine games, both teams should score.
Here are the key stats & form guide for National Bank of Egypt vs Zamalek
Head to Head
22/06/22
Egypt Division 1 Egypt
National Bank
El Zamalek
1
2
22/11/21
Egypt Division 1 Egypt
El Zamalek
National Bank
1
1
27/08/21
Egypt Division 1 Egypt
National Bank
El Zamalek
1
1
26/04/21
Egypt Division 1 Egypt
El Zamalek
National Bank
4
1
Last Five - National Bank
23/05/23
Egypt Division 1 Egypt
Aswan FC
National Bank
1
2
W
17/05/23
Egypt Division 1 Egypt
Ismaily SC
National Bank
0
2
W
08/05/23
Egypt Cup Egypt
Shoban Moslemen Qena
National Bank
2
3
W
04/05/23
Egypt Division 1 Egypt
Al Moqawloon Al Arab
National Bank
1
1
D
30/04/23
Egypt League Cup Egypt
Ceramica Cleopatra
National Bank
2 (4)
2 (3)
L
Last Five - El Zamalek
22/05/23
Egypt Division 1 Egypt
El Daklyeh
El Zamalek
1
1
D
18/05/23
Egypt Division 1 Egypt
Aswan FC
El Zamalek
0
1
W
13/05/23
Egypt Division 1 Egypt
Ismaily SC
El Zamalek
2
1
L
09/05/23
Egypt Cup Egypt
Proxy SC
El Zamalek
2
2
D
26/04/23
Egypt Division 1 Egypt
Ceramica Cleopatra
El Zamalek
0
1
W
Can Zamalek keep up the pace at the top?
Zamalek might be top of the league as things stand but they've got Pyramids breathing down their neck. Whilst National Bank are likely to pose a challenge here, Pyramids have a ‘gimme' elsewhere. With that considered, this game could be huge in terms of the title race.
National Bank of Egypt have been a hard nut to crack; they have no losses in their last 12 games across all competitions, with five wins and seven draws. Conversely, it's worth noting that National Bank of Egypt have won just one of their last six games; they'll hope to maintain their unbeaten run as league leaders Zamalek come visiting.
National Bank Predicted lineup – El Zanfaly, Ibrahim, Medhat, Dabash, Salah, Said, Yussuf, Bambo, Helal, Yakubu, Faisal
Zamalek have been the best team in Egypt so far this season; they are league leaders, with 14 wins in 21 league games so far. Zamalek are unbeaten in their last four games, with three wins and a draw; they'll be eyeing their fourth win in five games today.
Zamalek Predicted lineup – Awad, Emam, Hamdi, Alaa, Fatouh, Roqa, Abdelghani, Zizo, Obama, Ashour, Bencharki
A quickfire FAQ on National Bank of Egypt vs Zamalek
- Where is the match being hosted? – Petro Sport Stadium
- Who do the bookmakers have as favourites? – Zamalek
- What time does the match kick off? 18:00 GMT