Pyramids FC etched their name into African football folklore on Sunday night, securing their first-ever CAF Champions League title with a 2-1 win over South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns at the Air Defense Stadium in Cairo.
The result sealed a 3-2 aggregate victory after a hard-fought 1-1 draw in the first leg in Pretoria.
With this historic triumph, Pyramids become only the fourth Egyptian club to lift the continent’s most prestigious club trophy, joining the ranks of Al Ahly, Zamalek, and Ismaily. Egypt now stands alone as the only African nation with four different clubs crowned CAF Champions League winners, further cementing its dominance in continental football.
Mayele and Samy Deliver on the Big Stage
The hosts took control of the final early on, with Congolese striker Fiston Mayele opening the scoring to continue his impressive run in the tournament. Defender Ahmed Samy added a crucial second with a towering header, putting Pyramids in command before the hour mark.
Sundowns pulled one back through Iqraam Rayners in the 75th minute to set up a tense finale, but Pyramids’ resilient defense and composed game management saw them over the line in front of their jubilant home fans.
Jurisic Leads Pyramids to Continental Glory
Under the guidance of Croatian head coach Krunoslav Jurisic, Pyramids have transformed into a formidable force in African football. Their journey to the title was marked by tactical discipline, key performances from emerging stars, and a growing belief within the squad.
The win not only crowns Pyramids as champions but also extends Egypt’s dominance in the CAF Champions League, bringing the country’s total to 19 titles—the most by any nation.
Pyramids’ success signals a new era for the club, who will now look ahead to representing Africa at the FIFA Club World Cup and building on their continental breakthrough.
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