Al Ahly vs National Bank of Egypt Prediction: The hosts will maintain their winning streak

Al Ahly are three games away from retaining the Egyptian Premier League title, and they’ll keep fighting until the end of the season when they face off against National Bank of Egypt at the Cairo International Stadium on Thursday. The guests, who have also improved massively lately, had a little setback against Al Ittihad and Smouha, and they’ll be keen to return to winning ways.

Al Ahly (1st)

Last five games: WWWWW

The Red Devils extended their unbeaten run as they go two points ahead at the top of the table. Al Ahly are closer to securing another Premier League title after their rival Pyramids settled for a stalemate in their last game. Al Ahly scored four goals to amass all the points against a stubborn Ceramica team at home. Wessam Abou Ali found the back of the net for the third consecutive game to secure them the maximum points. The ball is now in Al Ahly's court, as they must win all their remaining matches to be crowned the champions. 

The Red Devils have picked up seventy-two points from a combined eighty-four and have scored the most goals this season (65). Al Ahly have won eleven and drawn twice on their ground this season. 

National Bank of Egypt (12th)

Last five games: WWWLD

Tarik Mostafa's men survived relegation for the fourth straight season in the Premier League following their (0-0) share of the spoils against Al Ittihad. The toothless stalemate was also their first game where they failed to find the back of the net since May. 

The guests have been up and running in recent games but head here with a disappointing performance against Al Ittihad SC at home. National Bank of Egypt have a pretty decent coach who always loves to attack, and the team have finally adapted to the manager's tactics. The hosts are seven points ahead of the relegation zone with thirty-four points from a combined ninety-three. National Bank of Egypt have won four, drawn four, and lost seven on the road this season.

Expert Betting Tips

Over their previous eight meetings, Al Ahly have won three and shared the spoils four times, while National Bank of Egypt have managed one win. Al Ahly have lost just two games this season, and National Bank of Egypt were one of the two clubs who have managed to achieve that. Al Ahly will be pretty careful against the guests who can be so dangerous on their days. We expect the hosts to continue their fine form against their opponent; bet on a home halftime victory for 1.82.

Al Ahly look unstoppable, and we think they’ll exert their dominance over National Bank of Egypt.

The guests are capable of getting goals as well, and we expect to see a goal apiece at both ends for 2.20.

Good luck!