Prediction Modern Sport FC vs Zamalek 2025/2026 – Betting Tips for the Premier League on 21/08/2025

Match preview: a high-stakes Cairo clash at the International

The third round of the Egyptian Premier League brings Modern Sport FC and Zamalek together at Cairo International Stadium on 21/08/2025, and the early-season table shows two clubs moving in opposite but complementary directions. Modern Sport arrive with confidence after a 2-1 win over Al Ittihad on 14 August and an encouraging streak of positive results in recent months. Zamalek, meanwhile, have been solid at the back this term, recording clean sheets and grinding out results such as the 0-0 draw with Al Mokawloon on 16 August. Both sides sit on four points from two matches in the new campaign, but the underlying numbers tell different stories about how this game is likely to unfold.

Form, recent meetings and key trends

Modern Sport’s recent run reads with more goals and momentum; their season summary shows a side that can find the net consistently, with four goals scored across two league fixtures and a recent string of wins highlighted in their form report. Their attacking intent is reflected in averages like 79.5 attacks and six total shots per match recorded in the supplied stats, and they produced a man-of-the-match level performance from Mahmoud Rizk in their last victory. Yet home data reveals some vulnerabilities at the back — no clean sheets recorded and three goals conceded overall — suggesting they are open to pressure.

Zamalek present a contrasting blueprint. The visitors have generated more overall volume in attack, averaging 90 attacks and 9 total shots in the data provided, and they also boast two clean sheets so far this season. Their defensive discipline was on show in the recent 0-0 stalemate, led by a strong collective outing and a notable performance from Mahmoud Bentayg. Historically the sides went head-to-head in the Egypt Cup earlier in the year, with Zamalek coming out on top in March; that memory is unlikely to be lost on either dressing room.

The statistical duel sets up an intriguing tactical battle: Modern Sport’s willingness to commit forward against a Zamalek side that mixes high activity with defensive resilience. Corners and sustained pressure may favor the visitors, while the hosts will look to capitalize on quicker transitions and clinical finishing inside the box.

Betting suggestion: 1X2 — Back Zamalek to win

Given Zamalek’s early-season defensive solidity, the volume of attacking work they generate, and their recent cup victory over Modern Sport, the lean here is toward an away victory. Modern Sport have attacking promise but have yet to demonstrate the defensive stability to nullify Zamalek’s structured approach; the visitors’ clean sheets and higher attack numbers tip the balance. For a single-market pick, Zamalek to win is the recommended option.