Zamalek will be looking to end a five-year title drought when they face Wadi Degla in the Egypt Cup final on Saturday.
Match info: Venue: Al Gouna Stadium | Date & Time: 9 Nov 2013 – 14:30 Cairo Time | 7:30 AM ET (Canada-USA)
Zamalek will be out for their 35th Egypt Cup final, while Degla are first-time finalists, Degla will become the 20th team to play in the cup final since the inaugural tournament was held in 1922.
The Egypt Cup final will be held in the coastal city of Hurghada for the first time ever.
Zamalek coach Helmi Toulan
“This is still a very difficult game because we are playing against the Dark Horse of the competition.
“But the players are ready and everyone is eager to bring a trophy for Zamalek and get us back on the podium.”
Degla coach Hany Ramzy
“Zamalek have been without a trophy for a long time and they surely have their motives to win this title.
“But we are also motivated because we want to claim our first-ever trophy. Cup matches always bring surprises and we hope to make one.”
