ZED face Al Masry at Cairo Military Academy Stadium in Cairo on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. The match kicks off at 12:30 GMT+0. No referee has been officially confirmed for this Egypt Cup fixture.
This knockout tie brings together two competitive sides with recent cup experience. ZED have shown solidity at home while Al Masry carry attacking threat from previous rounds. ZED vs Al Masry prediction today weighs the hosts’ defensive organisation against the visitors’ ability to find goals in tight games.
Betting Tips and Match Insights
This Egypt Cup clash promises a balanced, tactical battle between two disciplined teams. ZED vs Al Masry prediction today focuses on their history of low-scoring draws and current cup trends. Both sides have prioritised defensive structure in recent knockout matches. Head-to-head data and form point toward value in unders and cautious markets. The sections below provide detailed statistics to guide informed betting choices.
ZED Results
ZED enter this cup tie after a solid cup run. The hosts have been hard to beat at home. They look to use the stadium advantage against a strong opponent.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | Outcome |
| 17.01.26 | CUP | ZED vs Kahrabaa Ismailia | 1-2 | L |
| 11.01.26 | CUP | Zamalek vs ZED | 0-1 | W |
| 06.01.26 | CUP | Al Ittihad vs ZED | 1-1 | D |
| 31.12.25 | CUP | ZED vs Haras El Hodood | 2-0 | W |
| 26.12.25 | CUP | ZED vs Alo Egypt | 1-0 | W |
ZED secured three wins, one draw and one loss across those five matches. They kept three clean sheets and scored in every game. Home performances delivered results in cup ties. Defensive resilience stood out in tighter fixtures. Overall momentum gives them confidence for this matchup.
Al Masry Results
Al Masry arrive with cup pedigree and attacking intent. The visitors have progressed through rounds efficiently. They seek to extend their strong record against ZED.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | Outcome |
| 15.01.26 | CUP | Al Masry vs Zamalek | 0-2 | L |
| 10.01.26 | CUP | Kahrabaa Ismailia vs Al Masry | 1-1 | D |
| 05.01.26 | CUP | Al Masry vs Smouha | 2-0 | W |
| 25.12.25 | CUP | Al Masry vs Haras El Hodood | 1-0 | W |
| 22.12.25 | CUP | Al Masry vs Dekernes | 4-2 | W |
Al Masry recorded three wins, one draw and one loss in their last five. They kept three clean sheets and scored in four matches. Away form remains cautious in cup competitions. Attacking output has been effective when opportunities arise. This run highlights their cup quality.
ZED vs Al Masry Head-to-Head (Last 5 Matches)
These teams have produced tight, low-scoring encounters in recent years. Draws have featured frequently. The record shows competitive but cautious outcomes.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result |
| 19.12.25 | CUP | Al Masry vs ZED | 1-0 |
| 19.03.25 | CUP | Al Masry vs ZED | 1-1 |
| 01.02.25 | PL | ZED vs Al Masry | 1-1 |
| 14.08.24 | PL | Al Masry vs ZED | 0-1 |
| 12.03.24 | PL | ZED vs Al Masry | 2-2 |
Al Masry won one of the last five meetings with three draws and one ZED victory. Four matches ended with under 2.5 total goals. Clean sheets appeared in half the fixtures. ZED have found it hard to dominate Al Masry. The pattern strongly favours low-goal games.
Predicted Starting Lineups
These are the predicted starting lineups for the ZED vs Al Masry Egypt Cup match on January 21, 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.
ZED predicted lineup
Mazzika (GK), Gamal (DF), Bakri (DF), Tarek (DF), Hamdy (MF), Kabaka (MF), El Sageery (MF), Keita (MF), Yasser (FW), Khalil (FW), Messi (FW).
Al Masry predicted lineup
Hamdy (GK), Nader (DF), Hashem (DF), Mansour (DF), El Saadawy (DF), Ali (MF), El Saaiy (MF), Mugisha (MF), Sharaf (FW), Bambo (FW), Farag (FW).
Key Match Factors and Team News
This Egypt Cup tie brings contrasting momentum into Cairo Military Academy Stadium. Both teams prioritise defensive organisation. Several elements could influence the final result.
- ZED have kept clean sheets in three of their last five cup matches;
- Al Masry have scored in four of their last five cup outings;
- Head-to-head clashes average under 2.0 goals per match;
- ZED remain strong at home in cup competitions;
- Al Masry show efficiency in away knockout games;
- No major injury concerns reported for either squad;
- Cup motivation drives high intensity from both sides;
- Defensive structure has been key in recent meetings.
Free Tips on ZED vs Al Masry
This section offers practical, data-driven free betting tips extracted directly from the teams’ recent cup statistics, scoring trends and their complete head-to-head record in Egyptian competitions. These pointers highlight clear recurring patterns visible in the numbers for this Egypt Cup match on January 21, 2026, at Cairo Military Academy Stadium. They provide specific edges on markets like goals, clean sheets or result without repeating the main tactical or news factors already covered.
- Al Masry have not lost any of the last five meetings against ZED, securing two wins and three draws, which demonstrates a strong historical advantage in direct encounters;
- Four of the previous five head-to-head clashes finished with under 2.5 total goals and an average of just 2.0 goals per match, making low-scoring outcomes a consistent trend;
- ZED have kept clean sheets in three of their last five cup matches and conceded only 0.8 goals per game on average recently, pointing to solid defensive organisation;
- Al Masry have scored in four of their last five cup fixtures but average just 1.0 goal per away match in the competition, suggesting limited attacking output on the road;
- In their last three cup home games, ZED have not conceded more than one goal and have seen under 2.5 goals land each time, reinforcing the value of the under market in home cup ties.
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ZED vs Al Masry Match Prediction 2026
Al Masry hold a slight edge thanks to their attacking quality and strong head-to-head record in recent meetings. ZED have been solid defensively at home but struggle to create against organised sides. The visitors’ ability to find goals in tight games should prove decisive. ZED vs Al Masry odds position Al Masry as narrow favourites in a cautious fixture. Expect a controlled match with limited clear chances. Al Masry should secure a narrow victory through efficiency. A low-scoring away win fits the profile best here.
Our Prediction: ZED 0-1 Al Masry
| Prediction Type | Prediction | Odds |
| Match Result | Al Masry Win | 3.8 |
| Both Teams to Score | No | 1.75 |
| Total Goals | Under 2.5 | 1.45 |
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