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Al Ahly Benghazi vs Dar City Predictions - Dar City looking for yet another upset against struggling Al Ahly

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In the Basketball African League 2026, Al Ahly Benghazi is on the hunt for their first win after two consecutive losses. Despite noteworthy performances by Joseph Lual-Acuil and Donovan Williams, the team sits fifth in the Kalahari Conference. In contrast, Dar City has emerged as an early favorite, topping the table with two wins. Led by players like Nisre Zouzoua and David Michinean, the Tanzanian team defeated both Joburg Giants and Nairobi City Thunder convincingly. The two teams showcase contrasting starts, with Al Ahly struggling and Dar City riding momentum.

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Al Ahly will be eager to get their first win of the tournament after suffering two defeats in their opening two BAL fixtures. They are favourites but come up against a Dar City side riding high on confidence.

Al Ahly with Two Losses on the Bounce


Al Ahly Benghazi have made a poor start to the Basketball African League, currently sitting 5th in the Kalahari Conference with zero wins after two rounds. 

They opened the tournament with a 103-95 defeat to RSSB Tigers, where Joseph Lual-Acuil’s double-double (17 points, 12 rebounds) wasn’t enough to fuel a second-half comeback. Donovan Williams was the top scorer with 28 points. 

Al Ahly failed to respond on Saturday, once again starting slowly (18-32 in the first quarter) against Petro, which led to a 104-90 defeat despite dominating the boards 40-28. Their free-throw execution was poor (24/38). 

Dar City Looking like Early Dark Horses


Dar City have been the biggest surprise package at BAL 2026 so far, sitting top of the table with two wins from two matches. 

The Tanzanian champions crushed tournament hosts Joburg Giants 100-70 in the opening game, building a 27-point lead by half-time. Nisre Zouzoua was named man of the match with 35 points and five rebounds. 

They were tested more in the second round by Nairobi City Thunder but held on for a 90-85 victory, largely thanks to David Michinean, who delivered a dominant performance with 39 points, eight rebounds and seven assists. 

Verdict

Dar City are tipped to win against the odds and continue this wave of momentum.

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