Khaberni - In an exciting match resolved by penalty kicks and successful substitutions, Al Ahly came from behind with one goal to win two goals to one against their traditional rival Zamalek, in the summit meeting number 131 that brought them together on Monday evening at the Cairo International Stadium, as part of the Egyptian Premier League competitions.
Match Summary and Goals
Zamalek opened the scoring first in the 32nd minute through their defender Hossam Abdel Majid from a penalty kick, awarded by the referee after Zamalek's striker, Odai Dabbagh, was fouled in the penalty area by Al Ahly's defender Yassin Marei.
The white lead held firm until the second half, which saw the turning point with the entry of the "super substitute" Hussein El Shahat, who managed to equalize for Al Ahly in the 72nd minute from almost his first touch after coming on.
Only six minutes passed before El Shahat again played the role of hero, earning a penalty after a clash with a Zamalek defender inside the area. Mahmoud Hassan "Trezeguet" took and successfully scored it in the 78th minute, netting the precious winning goal for the Red Devils.
