Zamalek Claims CAF Super Cup Title

Egypt's Zamalek triumphed over Al Ahly in a thrilling CAF Super Cup final held in Riyadh, winning 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in regulation time. Al Ahly initially took the lead with a controversial penalty converted by Wessam Abou Ali just before halftime, following a VAR review of a foul by Zamalek's Hamza Mathlouthi. Zamalek equalized in the 78th minute through substitute Nasser Mansy, setting the stage for a tense penalty shootout. Zamalek successfully converted all four of their penalties, while Al Ahly's Wessam Abou Ali missed the decisive kick after a save from Zamalek's goalkeeper Mohamed Awad. This victory marks Zamalek's fifth Super Cup title, though they still trail Al Ahly's record of eight titles. The match was notable not only for its intensity but also for the protests from Zamalek players regarding the penalty decision during the first half.