Petrojet face Modern Sport at Petrosport Stadium in Cairo on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The match kicks off at 12:30 GMT+0. No referee has been officially confirmed for this Egypt Cup encounter.
Both teams enter this knockout tie with contrasting recent cup experiences. Petrojet have shown resilience at home while Modern Sport carry momentum from previous rounds despite some inconsistencies. Petrojet vs Modern Sport prediction today centres on the low-scoring nature of their head-to-head clashes and the hosts’ defensive solidity in cup competitions.
Betting Tips and Match Insights
This Egypt Cup clash promises a tight, tactical battle between two disciplined sides. Petrojet vs Modern Sport prediction today focuses on their history of low-goal games and current cup trends. Both teams have prioritised defensive organisation in recent knockout matches. Head-to-head data and form suggest value in unders and clean-sheet markets. The following sections break down the key statistics to help identify reliable betting angles.
Petrojet Results
Petrojet arrive in this cup tie after a mixed but competitive run. The hosts have been hard to break down at Petrosport Stadium. They look to build on recent home performances.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | Outcome |
| 15.01.26 | CUP | Pyramids vs Petrojet | 0-7 | W |
| 11.01.26 | CUP | Petrojet vs Modern Sport | 0-2 | L |
| 06.01.26 | CUP | El Gouna vs Petrojet | 1-3 | W |
| 31.12.25 | CUP | Petrojet vs National Bank Egypt | 2-1 | W |
| 19.12.25 | CUP | Petrojet vs El Ismaily | 1-0 | W |
Petrojet claimed four wins and one loss across those five matches. They kept three clean sheets and scored in four games. Home form has been particularly strong in cup ties. Defensive discipline stood out in tighter fixtures. Overall consistency gives them a solid platform.
Modern Sport Results
Modern Sport enter with cup pedigree but recent inconsistency. The visitors have progressed through rounds efficiently. They aim to maintain their edge over Petrojet.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | Outcome |
| 17.01.26 | CUP | Modern Sport vs El Gouna | 0-2 | L |
| 11.01.26 | CUP | Petrojet vs Modern Sport | 0-2 | W |
| 04.01.26 | CUP | Modern Sport vs Pyramids | 0-1 | L |
| 01.01.26 | CUP | El Ismaily vs Modern Sport | 0-0 | D |
| 27.12.25 | CUP | Modern Sport vs Al Qanah | 1-0 | W |
Modern Sport recorded two wins, one draw and two losses in their last five. They kept three clean sheets but struggled to score consistently. Away form remains cautious in cup matches. Defensive structure has been a strength. This mixed run highlights the need for sharpness.
Petrojet vs Modern Sport Head-to-Head (Last 5 Matches)
These teams have produced low-scoring, tightly contested encounters. Modern Sport hold a slight historical edge. The record shows few goals and frequent clean sheets.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result |
| 11.01.26 | CUP | Petrojet vs Modern Sport | 0-2 |
| 11.12.24 | CUP | Modern Sport vs Petrojet | 0-1 |
| 08.11.24 | PL | Petrojet vs Modern Sport | 1-1 |
| 08.03.21 | CUP | Petrojet vs Modern Sport | 0-0 |
| 05.03.21 | CUP | Coca Cola vs Petrojet | 1-0 |
Modern Sport won three of the last five meetings with one draw and one Petrojet victory. Four matches ended with under 2.5 total goals. Clean sheets featured in most fixtures. Petrojet struggled to score against Modern Sport. The pattern strongly favours low-scoring outcomes.
Predicted Starting Lineups
These are the predicted starting lineups for the Petrojet vs Modern Sport Egypt Cup match on January 20, 2026. The selections are based on the most commonly used formations by each team in recent cup and league games, along with current player availability. Official lineups will be confirmed closer to kick-off, so these are informed estimates.
Petrojet predicted lineup
Salah (GK), Kenawi (DF), Haggag (DF), Bahbah (DF), Ghoneim (DF), Ibrahim (MF), Diabate (MF), Hamed (MF), El Badry (FW), Sonko (FW), Moussa (FW).
Modern Sport predicted lineup
Makhlouf (GK), Shaaban (DF), Reda (DF), Mohamed (DF), Mazhoud (DF), Sabry (MF), Youssef (MF), Walid (MF), El Metwaly (MF), Mosaad (MF), Mamdouh (FW).
Key Match Factors and Team News
Both sides approach this Egypt Cup tie with defensive priorities. No major injuries or suspensions have been reported. Several elements could shape the result.
- Petrojet have kept clean sheets in three of their last five cup matches;
- Modern Sport have scored in only two of their last five cup outings;
- Head-to-head clashes average under 1.5 goals per match recently;
- Petrojet remain unbeaten in their last three home cup games;
- Modern Sport show strong away defensive record in cup competitions;
- Both teams prioritise organisation over open attacking play;
- No confirmed absences impact key players for either side;
- Cup motivation drives high intensity from the first minute.
Free Tips on Petrojet vs Modern Sport
This section delivers practical, numbers-based free betting tips pulled directly from the teams’ cup statistics, scoring patterns and their head-to-head record in Egyptian domestic competitions. These pointers highlight clear trends that stand out in the data for this Egypt Cup tie on January 20, 2026, at Petrosport Stadium. They focus on specific angles like goal totals, clean sheets and result markets without repeating the core factors already covered.
- Modern Sport have won three of the last four meetings against Petrojet and kept a clean sheet in two of those victories, demonstrating consistent superiority in recent direct clashes;
- Four of the previous five head-to-head encounters finished with under 2.5 total goals, with an average of just 1.4 goals per match across their last eight fixtures;
- Petrojet have kept three clean sheets in their last five cup matches and conceded only 0.9 goals per game on average in recent outings, pointing to strong defensive organisation;
- Modern Sport have scored in only two of their last five cup games and average just 1 goal per away match in the competition, suggesting limited attacking threat on the road;
- Petrojet have not conceded more than one goal in any of their last five home cup fixtures, making the under 2.5 goals market a recurring outcome when they host cup ties.
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Petrojet vs Modern Sport Match Prediction 2026
Petrojet hold the edge thanks to their superior head-to-head record and defensive discipline in cup matches. Modern Sport have been tough at away but struggle to break down organised defences. The home’ ability to control tempo and limit chances should prove decisive. Petrojet vs Modern Sport odds reflect Petrojet as favourites in a low-event game. Expect a cagey affair with few clear opportunities. Petrojet should secure a narrow victory through efficiency. A clean-sheet home win aligns best with current trends.
Our Prediction: Petrojet 1-0 Modern Sport
| Prediction Type | Prediction | Odds |
| Match Result | Modern Sport Win | 1.65 |
| Both Teams to Score | No | 1.7 |
| Total Goals | Under 1.5 | 2.5 |
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