The fourth round of the 2025-2026 Egyptian football championship confirmed the rise of Zamalek, which took the lead in the standings thanks to its narrow 1-0 victory against Pharco FC. The decisive goal was scored by Chico Banza in the 48th minute, allowing the Cairo club to consolidate its position despite a closely contested match also marked by the sending off of a Pharco player.
This stage also featured notable underperformances, notably from Al Ahly and Al Masry, who struggle to win despite their reputation. Ghazl El-Mahalla, on the other hand, maintained their goal unbeaten for the fourth consecutive time, highlighting a solid defensive organization, but the lack of offensive efficiency deprived them of victory with four draws and zero goals scored so far, reflecting an attack problem for the team.
The low number of goals scored during this round illustrates a lack of efficiency in front of goal, an issue concerning several major teams in the championship. This highlights the global difficulties attackers face in converting chances, impacting both the spectacle and the momentum of the league, which sees several low-scoring matches.
The competition remains intense, with a tight fight for the top places and several teams seeking to reverse the trend in the coming rounds. Zamalek, with its stable performances and opportunistic attack, currently appears as the serious favorite for the title, while other clubs must improve their offensive efficiency to hope to compete against the elite of Egyptian football.