Preview: Pyramids FC seeks to consolidate at Addis Abeba
Pyramids FC arrive at Addis Ababa Stadium on 28 January full of momentum and expectation. Sitting second in the table with 27 points from 12 matches, their domestic campaign has been efficient: eight wins, three draws and a solitary defeat. Recent results underline their balance — a hard-fought goalless draw against RSB Berkane in the CAF Champions League was followed by a convincing 3-0 away win over El Gounah in the Egypt Cup earlier this month. Those outcomes show a side that can grind out results away from home and also produce sharp attacking displays when required. Their home and away splits in the data reflect a team that scores regularly (21 goals overall) while keeping clean sheets (seven reported), an attractive profile for punters who like clear favourites.
El Gounah’s resilience and where the match is likely to be won
El Gounah arrive eleventh in the standings with 18 points from 13 matches, a side that has drawn plenty and lost sparingly. Their numbers portray a team competitive in tight games: four wins, six draws and three defeats, with an even goals record of 10 scored and 10 conceded. However, their away performances have been inconsistent and their recent 0-3 reverse to Pyramids in the cup is a stark reminder of the gulf on the day. Statistically Pyramids average higher attacking metrics — more shots, more shots inside the box and a greater volume of dangerous attacks — and that accumulation of chances should be decisive against an El Gounah defence that has shipped seven goals at home according to the supplied split.
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Betting suggestion Pyramids FC are the clear market favourite at 1.44 and the data supports backing the home win in the 1X2 market. The combination of stronger attacking volume, superior form and a recent 3-0 cup victory over the same opponent makes a straight-home win the best single-market play from the available options.
