Pyramids FC’s perfect start to the Egyptian Premier League came to a halt on Monday as they suffered a 2-1 defeat to Modern Sport in the fourth round.
The loss left fans frustrated and raised concerns ahead of their high-profile clash with Al-Ahly next Saturday.
The match also brought disciplinary trouble. Moroccan right-back Mohamed El-Sheeb was sent off in the 84th minute after receiving a second yellow card for a challenge with Modern Sport’s Mahmoud Mamdouh. His suspension means he will miss the crucial encounter against Al-Ahly.
Coach Krunoslav Jurčić now faces further uncertainty as the availability of key players Mostafa Fathi and Ramadan Sobhi is in doubt. Their fitness will play a key role in Pyramids’ attempt to bounce back.
Pyramids’ season so far has been inconsistent. They drew with Wadi Degla and Al-Masry, eked out a 1-0 win against Ismaily, and now this defeat adds pressure on the squad. The team must regroup quickly if they are to challenge for the top spots in the league.
