Stellenbosch vs Zamalek Predictions - Holders to leave Cape Town with a first leg draw

John Eastwood

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Last updated: 31 Mar 2025

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John Eastwood 31 Mar 2025

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Stellenbosch predicted to draw with Zamalek in first-leg match.
Stellenbosch's home record: 3 draws in last 5 matches.
Zamalek undefeated in 20 of last 21 CAF matches; several key players out.

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Stellies to draw CAF first leg on Wednesday vs holder Zamalek (Getty Images).

Stellenbosch vs Zamalek Predictions

I see this ending in a first leg draw. Stellenbosch are capable of avoiding defeat at the holders. I’m backing both teams to score and a 1-1 correct score tip.
Stellenbosch vs Zamalek Predictions
Head to Head
Stellenbosch Form & Team News
Stellenbosch Predicted Lineup
Zamalek Form & Team News
Zamalek Predicted Lineup

Stellenbosch have drawn 3 of their last 5 home matches.
Stellenbosch have seen BTTS Yes in 4 of their last 5 home matches.
Zamalek are undefeated in 20 of their last 21 matches (CAF Confederations Cup).
Zamalek have drawn 2 of their last 3 away matches (CAF Confederations Cup).

Head to Head

This is the first meeting between these clubs.

Stellenbosch Form & Team News

Stellies have just one win in their last four fixtures. They were previously unbeaten in six matches (WWDWDW).

A 1-0 win at Marumo Gallants was followed by a Nedbank Cup exit after leaking two late goals to lose 3-1 to Kaizer Chiefs. A resolute 0-0 draw with ten men followed at home to Orlando Pirates.

After winning 2-1 at Sekhukhune United before the FIFA break, they were beaten on Saturday. Despite having 62% possession, they lost 1-0 at Magesi.

Centre forward Lehlohonolo Mojela is out injured. Ashley Cupido could lead the line or we may see a false nine or two makeshift forwards selected in front of a midfield diamond.

Key left back Fawaaz Basadien will return. He was rested for the last match after starting two matches for Bafana Bafana during the international break.

Stellenbosch Predicted Lineup

Stephens; Kazie, Maloisane, Toure, Basadien; Nduli, Khiba, Jabaar; De Jong; Titus, Nku.

Zamalek Form & Team News

Zamalek have tasted defeat just once in 12 matches in all competitions. With 14 points (four wins, two draws), they topped their CAF Confederations Cup group.

They thrashed rivals Al Ahly 3-0 in the league ahead of a 4-2 cup win over Smouha. Their last three matches have also been in domestic cup competitions.

A 1-1 draw against El Gouna was followed by a 2-1 loss at Petrojet. On Friday, they beat Ceramica Cleopatra 2-1 in the Egyptian Cup semi-final thanks to a 90th-minute winner.

Coach Jose Peseiro is expected to hand Zizo a start up front after his goal from the bench last time out. Left back Mahmoud Bentayg is missing due to visa problems.

Experienced midfielder Ahmed Hamdi and centre back Hamza Mathlouthi are out with long-term injuries. Starting midfielders Abdallah El-Said and Mahmoud Abdelrazek Shikabala are ruled out.