Zamalek Defeats ENPPI 3-0, Boosting Their Title Hopes
On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, Zamalek secured a convincing 3-0 victory against ENPPI in the 17th round of the Egyptian Premier League, showcasing their dominance and pushing them closer to the league title. The match took place at Arab Contractors Stadium, where Zamalek's Abdullah El-Said played a pivotal role, scoring two of the goals, one from the penalty spot.
ENPPI, which has struggled this season, entered the match sitting at the bottom of the league table. After finishing ninth the previous season, they found themselves languishing at 17th place with just two wins from 16 matches. Their recent performance had not improved, as they suffered from instability, including their last match, where they were defeated 0-3 by Ghazl El Mahalla.
The home side started the match with the hope of turning their fortunes around but faced stiff opposition from Zamalek, who are historically one of Egypt's strongest clubs. Despite ENPPI's efforts, the match saw them fail to contain Zamalek's attack.
Abdullah El-Said opened the scoring for Zamalek with a penalty kick in the 52nd minute, displaying composure under pressure. Following the first goal, Nasser Mansi doubled the lead just 14 minutes later, before El-Said capped off the evening with his second goal deep during stoppage time, securing the three points for his team.
With this victory, Zamalek's points rose to 32, maintaining their position at third place in the league standings, trailing leaders Pyramids FC by seven points. Meanwhile, ENPPI remained firmly at the bottom with only 12 points, making their struggle for survival increasingly difficult.
Going forward, Zamalek's consistent performance will be key as they aim to close the gap on both Al Ahly and Pyramids FC. Their next fixture promises to be another test as the team looks to build on their recent form.
Match statistics revealed Zamalek's superiority on the pitch with numerous shots on goal, typifying their attacking style of play. ENPPI, conversely, will need to regroup and revamp their strategy as they continue to chase form and results. The upcoming matches will be pivotal for their survival chances this season.
The two teams’ lineups reflected their current form, with ENPPI fielding Abdel-Rahman Samir, Mostafa Dowidar, and others who have struggled with consistency this season. Zamalek's squad, led by Mohamed Awad and featuring standout players like Nasser Mansi, displayed the depth and talent needed for high-stakes matches.
Despite this setback, ENPPI will look to learn from their mistakes and devise tactics to improve performance as the league progresses. Meanwhile, Zamalek continues to establish themselves as title contenders, buoyed by this latest victory.
With each game becoming more pivotal as the season progresses, all eyes will be on how both teams adapt and respond to their current situations. Can ENPPI turn their fortunes around, or will Zamalek continue their pursuit of the top? Only time will tell.