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Pyramids vs. Sundowns: Match Details and Officials Announced

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has informed Pyramids FC of the details for their upcoming encounter with Sundowns, set for the fourth round of the African Champions League group stage. The clash is scheduled for 6 PM on Tuesday, 19 December, at the Air Defense Stadium. Leading the officiating team from Chad is referee Mohamed Allou. He will be assisted by Issa Yaya, first assistant referee, Musa Hafiz, second assistant referee, and Alfred Armel, the fourth official. Overseeing the match is commissioner Mohamed Ahmed Suliman from Sudan. Performance of the officials will be assessed by Jean Claude Birumushahu from Burundi, with Alexander Asante from Ghana serving as the general coordinator.

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Chibi Honoured as Pyramids’ Player of the Month

Pyramids FC’s president, Mamdouh Eid, has recognised Moroccan international right-back Mohamed Chibi with the Player of the Month award for his exceptional performances in November. Chibi has been instrumental in Pyramids’ climb to the top of the Egyptian Premier League table and their robust campaign in the African Champions League group stages. The award was presented to Chibi by Eid ahead of the team’s training at the Air Defense Stadium, as they gear up for their upcoming league match against Municipal El-Mahalla. Eid expressed his hope for Chibi to continue his excellent form with Pyramids FC.

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Pyramids FC’s Pacheco Unsatisfied with Goalless Draw in Pretoria

Pyramids FC’s Portuguese manager, Jaime Pacheco, has voiced his disappointment over the team’s recent goalless draw with Mamelodi Sundowns in a post-match press conference. Despite the team’s strong performance in Pretoria, South Africa, Pacheco believes that Pyramids deserved more than a draw, citing missed opportunities from quick counter-attacks that could have tipped the scales in their favor. Pacheco gave credit to the players for their exceptional effort throughout the match, particularly noting their superiority at many points in the game. He also highlighted tactical shifts, such as the defensive strategy employed in the first half to block Sundowns’ advances, and the second-half offensive enhancements with Abdullah El-Said and Mostafa Fathi on the pitch, which led to the creation of numerous chances. Looking ahead, Pacheco emphasized the importance of moving past the Pretoria result to focus on the critical league match against El-Mahalla and the upcoming fourth-round game against Sundowns in Cairo. Victories in the upcoming matches are crucial for Pyramids FC’s aspirations to reach the quarter-finals. The manager praised his technical staff for effectively conveying the game plan and pinpointing the strengths and weaknesses of Sundowns, while asserting that his players executed the strategy well enough to deserve a win.

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Pyramids Name Lineup to Face Sundowns

Pyramids FC manager Jaime Pacheco has announced his team’s starting XI to take on South African giants Sundowns in their CAF Champions League group stage clash. The Egyptian side will visit Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on Wednesday to battle Sundowns at 3pm local time. It’s the third matchday of the Champions League group phase. Pacheco has opted for the following lineup: Goalkeeper: Ahmed El Shennawy Defense line: Mohamed Hamdy – Ahmed Samy – Osama Galal – Mohamed Chini Midfield line: Blati Toure – Mohannad Lasheen – Karim Hafez – Ramadan Sobhy – Walid El-Karty Attack line: Fagrie Lakay The substitutes include: Ahmed Mayhoob – Ali Gabr – Ahmed Fathy – Ahmed Tawfik – Mohamed Reda Bobo – Abdullah El-Said – Mostafa Fathy – Youssef Osama – Dodo El-Gabbas Mahmoud Marei and Seif Gaafar were excluded from the lineup.

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Pyramids FC Ready for Sundowns at Loftus Versfeld

Pyramids FC has arrived at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, ahead of their crucial CAF Champions League clash with Sundowns. The Egyptian side is set to face the host team at 3 pm local time today in the third round of the group stages of the tournament. Portuguese head coach Jaime Pacheco conducted a detailed briefing with the players, which included video analysis and the unveiling of the starting lineup, as well as emphasizing key strategic points. Pyramids FC President Mamdouh Eid, was present to provide words of encouragement to the squad, expressing his strong belief in the team’s capability to progress and fulfill the club’s ambitions. Prior to the match, the players took to the pitch for a brief period before retreating to the dressing room to commence their pre-match warm-up routine.

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Pyramids Women Clinch Win Against Future in the League

Pyramids FC’s women’s team defeated Future FC 2-1 in their latest league match at the Sports City Stadium in Asmarat. The victory came during the ninth round of the league season. Striker Yewande Fajobi scored both goals for Pyramids, earning the team three important points. The win places Pyramids women in third place in the league standings, with 15 points and four games in hand.

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Pyramids FC Gears Up for Sundowns Clash in Champions League

Pyramids FC’s squad has left their base in Pretoria, heading to the Loftus Versfeld Stadium for a crucial African Champions League encounter against Mamelodi Sundowns. The Egyptian side, set to take the field at 3 pm local time today, is preparing for a key match in the third round of the group stages of the competition. Ahead of their departure, Portuguese manager Jaime Pacheco conducted a tactical session, presenting video analysis and revealing his lineup while stressing on strategic points vital for the upcoming match. Pyramids FC President Mamdouh Eid has expressed his unwavering confidence in the team, delivering a motivational speech to bolster the players’ spirits as they aim to continue their pursuit of the club’s ambitious objectives .

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Pyramids FC Wraps Up Training in South Africa Ahead of Sundowns Showdown

Pyramids FC has concluded its training session in South Africa as they prepare to face Sundowns in the African Champions League. The Egyptian club, Pyramids FC, completed their training in the host country, fine-tuning their skills ahead of the highly anticipated clash against Sundowns. In a crucial Group Stage match, Pyramids FC will take on Sundowns at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on Sunday. Led by President Mamdouh Eid, the team is brimming with confidence, emphasizing their determination to achieve the club’s objectives and secure a prominent position in African football. The training session, held at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, saw the players engage in a range of physical exercises, focusing on conditioning and adapting to the pitch. Despite heavy rainfall towards the end of the session, the team remained undeterred, displaying their resilience and optimism. As the match approaches, weather forecasts predict a high chance of heavy rain and a noticeable drop in temperatures in Pretoria. Nevertheless, Pyramids FC remains steadfast in their pursuit of a positive outcome in South Africa.

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Sundowns and Pyramids FC Set for African Champions League Showdown: Technical Meeting Details Revealed

In preparation for a highly anticipated group stage match in the African Champions League, representatives from Sundowns and Pyramids FC convened in Pretoria, South Africa, to finalize match day arrangements. The technical meeting outlined jersey colors, kickoff times, and procedural details for Sunday’s clash at Loftus Versfel Stadium. Pyramids are set to visit Sundowns for a 3 p.m. kickoff on Sunday at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, in what will be the third round of the group stages for the prestigious continental club competition. The meeting resulted in Pyramids agreeing to don their traditional blue and white strip, with their goalkeeper to be clad in green. Hosts Sundowns will sport their iconic yellow and blue, with their goalkeeper in pink. Both teams are scheduled to make their way to the stadium at 1:10 p.m. with an immediate submission of team sheets to the match coordinator upon arrival being mandatory. Pyramids were represented at the meeting by Administrative Manager Ahmed Zaher, Head of Medical Staff Dr. Mostafa El-Mounayeri, Public Relations Manager Sherif Gamal, and Media Center Manager Atef Shady.

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Pyramids FC Players Vow to Fulfill Club’s Goals Following Meeting with President

Pyramids FC players have been infused with high spirits after a meeting with club president Mamdouh Eid, the delegation’s head in South Africa. The gathering took place hours before their crucial encounter against Sundowns in the group stage of the African Champions League. Pyramids FC will be paying a visit to Sundowns at Pretoria’s Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Sunday at 3:00 PM, marking the third round of the Champions League group stage. During the meeting, the club president stressed the importance of the players’ dedication and unwavering commitment to achieving the club’s objectives. He encouraged them to make their voices heard in the match against Sundowns and all other teams in the group, ensuring Pyramids FC maintains its rightful position. Confident in the abilities of his players, the president expressed his belief that they possess the strength to overcome the formidable South African team. He highlighted the club management’s recognition of the current squad’s quality and cohesiveness, firmly believing that their capabilities surpass those of the other teams in the group. The ultimate aim is to secure Pyramids FC’s deserved status across all levels of competition. Simultaneously, the president reminded the players of the importance of showing respect towards their opponents and all competitors, particularly as Pyramids FC has set ambitious targets in all the tournaments it partakes in. Following the meeting with Eid, Pyramids FC players demonstrated their determination by reciting the opening chapter of the Quran (Al-Fatiha) and pledged to achieve all of the club’s goals. They expressed their unwavering resolve, stating that any attempts to hinder the team, such as preventing their top scorer and one of the continent’s premier strikers, Fiston Mayele, from joining the delegation in South Africa, only serve to strengthen their determination to respond with unwavering vigor on the field come Sunday. The players emphasized their unity, solidifying their commitment as a cohesive unit.

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