Pyramids FC trashed Etoile du Congo 4-1 in Cairo | Confederation Cup

Egyptian Premier League rising power Pyramids FC defeated Etoile du Congo 4-1 on Saturday in Cairo in their first-ever Confederation Cup game.

New signing John Antwi broke the deadlock in the 19th minute after connecting with a fine cross from Abdallah El-Said.

Three minutes later, Eric Traore doubled his team’s lead with a powerful strike in the top corner.

Then Ghanaian striker Antwi grabbed his brace after powering a header from inside the box on the left hand side of the keeper in the 33rd minute.

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The visitors pulled one back as Bienvenue Kombo scored in the 86th minute following a defensive blunder to throw a lifeline for the Congolese.

But substitute striker Ahmed Ali converted a penalty kick in injury time that he earned himself after being brought down in the area.

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Pyramids FC, who splashed millions of dollars last season to rebuilt their squad, finished third in the league behind Ahly and Zamalek.

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They hope to emulate their domestic success on the continental scene and they have already a foot in the round of 32.