Petrojet claimed a vital 2-1 victory over Al Masry in the Egyptian Premier League on Tuesday night, a result that breathes life into their push for a top-half finish. The home side came from behind to snatch all three points in the final ten minutes after Al Masry had taken the lead through a controversial penalty in the first half.
Match Overview
In a lively encounter at the Petrojet Stadium, Al Masry looked the more composed side early on and went ahead just after the half-hour mark when referee Mahmoud El-Banna pointed to the spot. Petrojet equalised shortly after the restart through a scrappy goal from a corner, and then stole it late when substitute Ahmed El-Sayed turned in at the far post. The win lifts Petrojet into the top six, while Al Masry will feel hard done by a result that was far closer than the scoreline suggests.
Key Moments
- 33' — Penalty to Al Masry: A handball call against Petrojet defender Mahmoud Shaker was deemed clear enough for a spot-kick. Mahmoud Wadi sent the keeper the wrong way.
- 52' — Petrojet level: A routine corner was nodded down by Karim El-Deeb, and Hassan Ali was on hand to bundle the ball over the line from close range.
- 84' — Late winner: Ahmed El-Sayed, on the pitch for only six minutes, connected with a well-measured cross from Omar Bassam to seal a dramatic comeback.
Tactical Story
Petrojet coach Mohamed Helmy opted for an aggressive 4-3-3, pressing high and trying to force errors in Al Masry’s build-up. Al Masry, under Hossam Hassan, showed their quality in midfield but often retreated into a shell once they had the lead. That passivity cost them — Petrojet grew in confidence after the equaliser and turned the match into an end-to-end contest, which suited the home side’s directness.
Al Masry actually created the better chances after the opening goal, but a combination of profligate finishing and excellent goalkeeping from Petrojet’s Mohamed El-Shenawy kept the deficit manageable. The home team’s never-say-die attitude eventually told, much to the delight of a boisterous crowd.
Standout Players
- Ahmed El-Sayed — The impact substitute changed the game with his intelligent movement and was in the right place at the right time to score the winner.
- Hassan Ali — Tireless in the midfield engine room, he scored the equaliser and never stopped running for his side.
- Mahmoud Wadi — The Al Masry striker was a constant menace and took his penalty expertly, but lacked support from teammates in the final third.
Season Context
Petrojet’s win is particularly significant given their recent form had been patchy. This result moves them onto 9 points from their first five matches and keeps them in touch with the leading pack. Al Masry, meanwhile, remain inside the top four but will be frustrated to have dropped points from a winning position for the second time this season. With games coming thick and fast in the Egyptian Premier League, both sides will need to tighten their defences — but only one is smiling after tonight.