Al Ahly beat Zamalek again to reach Egyptian Linked Basketball League semi-finals

Al Ahly defeated Zamalek 78-61 to repeat their victory over their rivals in the Egyptian Linked Basketball League and secure a place in the semi-finals.

Al Ahly led throughout the match, establishing a six-point advantage at the end of the opening quarter. They finished the first period ahead 20-14 before extending their lead to 39-25 by half-time.

The home side continued to control the contest after the interval, taking the third quarter 59-43. They then completed the win with a 78-61 scoreline in the final period.

The result follows Al Ahly’s 89-77 victory over Zamalek in the first meeting between the two teams in the competition.

Zamalek had made the stronger start in that match, leading 32-15 after the opening quarter. Al Ahly reduced the deficit before half-time, but Zamalek still held a 49-40 advantage at the break.

Al Ahly then completed their comeback by moving in front 69-63 in the third quarter. In the final period, Amr El Gendy produced a decisive display, scoring several three-pointers as Al Ahly increased their lead and secured victory.