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Pyramids FC have commenced their initial training session in Nouakchott, the capital of Mauritania, as they gear up for their impending African Champions League clash against Nouadhibou. The Egyptian outfit is scheduled to face Nouadhibou at the Sheikh Bedia Stadium in Nouakchott, with kick-off set for 6pm local time on Saturday. This match marks their second encounter in the group stage of the prestigious Champions League tournament.In line with African Union regulations, the training was held on the same artificial turf as their upcoming match, a provision that allows visiting teams to familiarise themselves with the main pitch with two training sessions. The training was rigorous, with a focus on physical and tactical drills. There’s a palpable sense of optimism within the team, their sights set on securing their second successive win in the group stage. This comes after their triumphant first-round victory against Congo’s Mazembe, a match that saw them prevail without any retort.

Portuguese manager Jaime Pacheco of Pyramids FC has announced his squad for their upcoming African Champions League group stage matches against Mauritania’s FC Nouadhibou and South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns.The Egyptian side is set to leave Cairo today, heading to the Mauritanian capital, Nouakchott. They are scheduled to face FC Nouadhibou this coming Saturday in the second round of group stage matches. Immediately following this, they will travel to South Africa for their third-round game against Mamelodi Sundowns. Named in the squad are:Goalkeepers: Ahmed El-Shenawy, Sherif Ekramy, Ahmed Mayhoub.Defenders: Mahmoud Marei, Osama Galal, Ali Gabr, Mohamed Hamdi, Mohamed Chibi, Karim Hafez, Ahmed Fathi, Ahmed Sami. Midfielders: Billel Omrani, Ahmed Tawfik, Ramadan Sobhi, Mohannad Lasheen, Mohamed Reda Bobo, Seif Gaafar, Youssef Osama, Mostafa Fathi. Forwards: Fisron Mayele, Dodo Elgabas, Fakhry Lakay.Notably, Abdullah El-Said and Morocco’s Walid El Karti are expected to join the squad in South Africa. Both players are currently undergoing a rehabilitation programme, with El-Said dealing with fatigue and El Karti recovering from a muscle tear that has kept him sidelined recently.

Pyramids FC marked their 100th win in the Egyptian Premier League, following a 2-1 victory over Ismaily SC earlier today, Monday, in the 15th round of the competition. This significant milestone comes after the club underwent a name change in 2018. Yesterday’s win over Ismaily SC saw goals from Abdullah El-Said, who scored from the penalty spot, and Fakhry Lakay. With this win, Pyramids FC maintains their top position in the league with a total of 16 points, while Ismaily SC remains in 14th position with 4 points.Next on the agenda for Pyramids FC is a clash with Mauritania’s FC Nouadhibou. The match, taking place next Saturday in the capital Nouakchott, is part of the second round in the first group of the African Champions League.

Jaime Pacheco, the Portuguese manager of Pyramids FC, has revealed his squad selection for the upcoming Egyptian Premier League fixture against Ismaily SC.

The Abu Dhabi Formula One race played host to sporting stars from around the globe, including Mamdouh Eid, President of Pyramids FC, and the club’s sporting director, Hany Said. Eid and Said were officially invited to the high-profile event, where they joined other illustrious guests including Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola, star player Kevin De Bruyne, and the legendary Brazilian striker Ronaldo. The Pyramids FC officials were recognized at the distinguished global race, following a gracious invitation from the hosts in the United Arab Emirates.

South Africa’s Sundowns started strong in the African Champions League, beating Mauritania’s Nouadhibou 3-0. The match was held at the Loftus Versfeld stadium in South Africa, as part of the first round of matches in the first group. Sundowns’ Lucas Costa scored the first goal in the 22nd minute, followed by Peter Shalulile’s goal in the 28th minute. Gastón Sirino added a third goal in the 74th minute, securing a solid win for Sundowns. Nouadhibou faced a setback when they were reduced to ten players from the 70th minute, after Papa Kar Diop was sent off. This made the match more difficult for the Mauritanian team in their Champions League debut. The win puts Sundowns at the top of the group, leading on goal difference over Pyramids, who also won their first match against Congo’s Mazembe by a single goal. Next Saturday, Pyramids will play against Nouadhibou in the second round of the group stage. The match will be held at the Sheikh Bouaydia Stadium, in Mauritania’s capital.

 Pyramids FC are set to play against Nouadhibou, Mauritania’s champions, in an African Champions League match, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed. The game is scheduled for 6:00 PM on Saturday, December 2, at Nouakchott’s Sheikh Bouydi Stadium. An Ethiopian refereeing team, led by Bamlak Tessema, will officiate the match. Tessema will be assisted by Tigle Belachew and Fasika Yuleshet, with Mitiku Teodros acting as the fourth official. Yaya Balde of Senegal will serve as the match observer. Serge Samuel from Burkina Faso will oversee the referees’ performance. Abdellah Atmani from Morocco has been appointed as the general coordinator, with Kenya’s Evans Ocharo as the security coordinator.

Jaime Pacheco, Portuguese manager of Pyramids FC, expressed his gratitude to his players and the club’s management following their win over Mazembe in the African Champions League. He praised the team’s performance and their deserving victory against the historically significant Mazembe. Pacheco emphasized that Pyramids, in their Champions League debut, are proving to be strong contenders. In a press conference, Pacheco highlighted the team’s approach of focusing on each match as it comes. He commended the players for executing the technical staff’s strategies effectively and stressed the importance of maintaining their performance level in the upcoming five matches to ensure progression to the next round. Pacheco noted the significant impact of injuries on the team but expressed confidence in the squad’s ability to overcome these challenges. He acknowledged the importance of key players like Abdullah El-Said, Ahmed Fathy, and Sherif Ekramy, praising their leadership and influence within the team. Concluding, Pacheco emphasized the team’s offensive capabilities and their potential to score more in future matches. He expressed satisfaction with the team’s current performance and urged them to focus on the upcoming fixtures, including a crucial league match against Ismaily and continuing their Champions League campaign.

Pyramids FC defeated their Congolese counterparts, Mazembe, by a goal in the match that took place this evening, Friday, at the Air Defense Stadium, as part of the first round of the African Champions League group stage. South African Fakhri Lakay scored our team’s only goal in the 54th minute, following a shot from a ball received from Fiston Mayele inside the penalty area. This is our team’s first goal in the group stage of the African Champions League. With this victory, Pyramids top their group with 3 points and await the match between South Africa’s Sundowns and Mauritania’s Nouadhibou to determine the group leader after the first round.

Pyramids FC’s women football team delivered a stunning performance, securing an 8-0 win against El Tayaran at the Air Defense Stadium, in their eighth-round league match. May Magdy led the charge with an impressive four-goal haul. Farah Hisham added a brace, while Noura Khaled and Yetunde Fajobi each contributed a goal to the tally. This commanding victory propels the Pyramids women to third in the league standings, amassing 12 points from four matches. The team also has four postponed matches in hand, potentially boosting their position further.