Zamalek excludes Mohamed Sobhi and Ahmed Hossam from the lineup for the Cairo Derby.

The coaching staff of Zamalek has excluded duo Mohamed Sobhi and Ahmed Hossam from the squad for the upcoming Cairo Derby against Al Ahly, while 22 players will head to the stadium for the match scheduled to kick off at 8 PM today, Sunday.

The starting lineup and substitutes will be revealed on the pitch before the highly anticipated clash begins.

Zamalek's Expected Lineup Against Al Ahly

Zamalek, under the guidance of coach Moataz Gamal, is preparing for the derby with a lineup featuring key players relied upon in all three lines, aiming to achieve a balance between defense and attack against their traditional rivals.

The expected lineup for the White Knights includes several experienced players, along with attacking elements that the coaching staff is counting on to reach Al Ahly's goal and capitalize on available opportunities.

The Expected Lineup for Zamalek is as Follows:

Goalkeeper: Mehdi Suleiman.
Defense: Omar Gaber, Mohamed Ismail, Mahmoud Hamdi El-Wensh, Mahmoud Bentayg.
Midfield: Ahmed Rabea, Mohamed Shahat, Abdullah El-Said.
Attack: Oday Al-Dabbagh, Hossam Ashraf, Chico Banza.

Al Ahly and Zamalek's Standings Before the Derby

Both teams enter the match with 13 points each after five rounds, with Al Ahly sitting in second place on goal difference ahead of Zamalek in third, while Pyramids leads the table after winning all five of their opening matches.

This closeness in points adds to the significance of the encounter, as both teams aim to secure a victory and gain a strong boost in their pursuit of the Egyptian Premier League title.