Al Ahly enter their highly anticipated Egyptian Premier League clash against Zamalek with a clear financial advantage, according to the latest squad valuation figures.
The two Cairo rivals are set to meet on Friday at Cairo International Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 8pm local time. The match forms part of the fifth round of the championship stage, often referred to as the “summit” clash due to the stature of both clubs in Egyptian football.
Al Ahly top valuation rankings
Data published by Transfermarkt indicates that Al Ahly possess the highest squad value in the Egyptian league, with their players collectively estimated at €37.05m.
This places them ahead of all domestic competitors and reflects the club’s depth and investment in playing talent. Their financial strength is further highlighted when compared to their closest challengers, Pyramids FC, who are ranked second with a valuation of €23.3m.
Zamalek, meanwhile, sit third on the list, with a total squad value of €15.28m—less than half that of their upcoming opponents. The disparity underscores a notable gap in market valuation between the two sides heading into the fixture.
Key players driving valuations
Within Al Ahly’s squad, Mahmoud Hassan Trezeguet and Imam Ashour are identified as the club’s most valuable players, each valued at €4.5m. They are followed by Ahmed Sayed Zizo and Marwan Attia, both estimated at €4m.
Zamalek’s highest-valued players are more modestly priced in comparison. Hossam Abdel-Maguid leads the club’s valuations at €1.8m, a figure matched by Juan Bezerra. Oday Dabbagh follows with a valuation of €1.5m.
Anticipation builds despite financial gap
While market value provides an indication of squad strength and investment, the Cairo derby has historically been defined by competitiveness rather than financial metrics alone. Matches between Al Ahly and Zamalek are widely regarded as among the most intense in African football, often producing unpredictable outcomes regardless of pre-match statistics.
Supporters of both clubs are eagerly awaiting the encounter, which carries significant implications for the league standings as the season approaches its decisive phase.
Numbers tell one story, derby may tell another
The financial figures suggest that Al Ahly hold a considerable advantage over Zamalek in terms of squad valuation. However, as the two sides prepare to meet, the focus will shift from numbers to performance on the pitch.
With pride, rivalry and league positioning at stake, the outcome of the match is likely to depend less on market value and more on execution, discipline and form on the day.
