FIFA President Gianni Infantino hails Pyramids FC for shining victory over Auckland City

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has shared his delight after African champions Pyramids FC defeated Oceania champions Auckland City in the Intercontinental Cup first round.

The Egyptian side impressed their home fans with a 3-0 win at the Air Defense Stadium in Cairo, showing strength and belief in their debut on this stage.

Infantino praised the achievement, taking to social media to salute the players and club staff. “My sincere congratulations to Pyramids FC on their first-round victory. We look forward to their match against Al-Ahly of Saudi Arabia for the Tri-Confederations Cup title,” he wrote on his official Twitter account.

The victory gave Pyramids an electric night in Cairo, one that fans will remember with pride. From the opening whistle, they attacked with confidence and were rewarded with goals that underlined their ambition to compete beyond Africa.

Now their focus turns to September 23, when they meet Saudi champions Al-Ahly at Al-Enma Stadium in Jeddah.