Al Ahly fight back to beat Zamalek in Egyptian Linked League opener

Al Ahly recovered from a 17-point deficit to defeat Zamalek 89-77 in the first meeting between the two men’s teams this season in the Egyptian Linked League.

The quarter-final match was played at Al Ahly’s club hall at the club’s headquarters in Gezira.

Zamalek made the stronger start, dominating the opening quarter 32-15. Al Ahly reduced the gap before half-time, but Zamalek still led 49-40 at the interval.

Both head coaches were sent off during the half-time break, with Al Ahly coach Linous and Zamalek coach Mohamed Selim dismissed.

Al Ahly continued their comeback in the third quarter, overturning the deficit to lead 69-63.

Amr El Gendy then produced a decisive contribution in the final quarter, scoring several three-pointers as Al Ahly extended their advantage and secured victory.

Earlier, Al Ahly’s youth team also defeated Zamalek, winning 99-28 in the match played before the men’s fixture.