The Red Eagles were held to a goalless draw against Orlando Pirates on Matchday 2 of the CAF Champions League group stage, with both teams sharing a point each.

The game began with the Reds attempting to control the midfield and find gaps in Orlando Pirates’ defense. 

Despite numerous attacks from both sides, none found the back of the net, resulting in a goalless first half.

In the 60th minute, Ramy Rabia attempted to break the deadlock, but his efforts were stopped by the Orlando Pirates goalkeeper.

Later in the game, Hussein El Shahat replaced Reda Slim, who came close to scoring in the 85th minute after receiving a pass from Percy Tau. However, the host’s goalkeeper stopped his powerful shot, leaving the match to end in a goalless draw.

Post-Match Reactions:

Marcel Koller 

“The match was difficult and strong. Our performance improved in the second half, but we didn’t manage to score, and given the tough conditions, high humidity, and the difficulty of the game, earning a point away from home was a fair result.”

“We were aiming to win, but we must acknowledge the strength of the opponent, especially playing at home in front of their fans.”