The match between Pyramids and Esperance in the CAF Champions League was filled with unparalleled excitement, held at the Air Defense Stadium in Cairo.
Esperance took the lead in the 56th minute through their Algerian star, Youcef Belaili, and everyone thought the match was settled in favor of the Tunisian club as they remained ahead until the 90th minute.
However, at that moment, Mostafa Fathi managed to score the equalizer for Pyramids, before creating the second goal in the 93rd minute.
The Egyptian star delivered a perfect cross to Ibrahim Adel, who met it with an even more perfect backheel double-tap shot that found the back of the net, securing three valuable points for Pyramids.
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Ibrahim Adel’s legendary goal came just hours after reports emerged about Getafe’s interest in signing him this winter, with Pyramids welcoming the idea of a loan deal.
This victory brought Pyramids’ points tally to seven, tying them with Esperance at the top of the group, though Esperance leads on goal difference. Sagrada sits in third place with 5 points, while Dulibya is at the bottom with 2 points.
