Pyramids FC Rising: Egypt’s New Football Powerhouse

Cairo’s bustling international airport witnessed a football frenzy as Al Ahly clashed with in the African Champions League final, dominating the late-night conversations among airport staff and football fans.

Al Ahly triumphed in the final, securing a victory against before a massive, energized crowd of 80,000 in Cairo – a city of 22 million.

The fierce rivalry between Egyptian giants Zamalek and Al Ahly took center stage the next day, as Zamalek emerged victorious in front of a sold-out crowd at Cairo’s international stadium.

The football landscape in Egypt, a nation of 111 million people, has seen a surge in interest with clubs like Al Ahly and Zamalek leading the way.

Despite Al Ahly and Zamalek’s historic dominance, Pyramids FC, a newer club in Egyptian football, is currently setting the pace in the Premier League, boasting an impressive record of 17 wins from 23 games.

Pyramids FC CEO Mamdouh Eid, a former architectural engineer and basketball player, shared the club’s vision of nurturing local talent and sustaining Egyptian football’s future.

Established in 2008 in Beni Suef, Pyramids FC emphasizes building a strong foundation akin to the iconic structures from which the club draws its name.

Pyramids FC’s commitment to developing young talent is evident in its thriving academy, with a focus on producing top-tier players and coaches for the future.

The club’s home ground, the Air Force Stadium, serves as a beacon of Pyramids FC’s ambitions, offering top-notch facilities for training and matches.

Eid expressed a desire for Egyptian football to see more than just the traditional powerhouses, believing that a more competitive landscape would benefit clubs, the national team, and the country as a whole.

In the rapidly expanding city of Cairo and wider Egypt, Pyramids FC aims to grow its fanbase by staying humble, dedicated, and focused on consistent progress.

As Pyramids FC continues to make waves in Egyptian football, the ethos of hard work, dedication, and commitment to local talent remains at the core of their operations, fueling optimism for the future.