Zamalek-Al Ahly Cairo derby set for October 11, 2026

The Cairo derby between Zamalek and Al Ahly in the 2026-2027 Egyptian league is scheduled for Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 8 p.m. Egypt and Saudi Arabia time, and 9 p.m. in the Emirates. The fixture is billed as a major occasion in Egyptian football.

The two clubs will renew their rivalry in a title race that also features Pyramids among the contenders. The derby could provide a genuine launch point for their seasons, with both sides seeking to impress through the quality of their play. After five matches, each team has 13 points out of 15, with four wins and a draw. Neither has yet reached the level their supporters hoped to see.

The announced date gives the meeting a clear place on the calendar, but the stakes go beyond scheduling: both teams will be looking to give their league campaigns fresh momentum and make a statement against their rival. The match is still to come, with no result yet to report.