Smouha vs Ismaily SC prediction 16/08/2024 | Egypt

• Date: 16/08/2024
• Competition: Egyptian Premier League
• KO: 18:00 CEST
• Venue: Borg El Arab Stadium (Al-Iskandarîah (Alexandria))

The Borg El Arab Stadium plays host to an Egyptian Premier League contest on Friday as Smouha faces Ismaily SC.

Smouha vs Ismaily SC Betting Tips - Smouha to Win

CAF Confederation Cup hopefuls Smouha face their final chance to secure a slot in next season’s tournament at Borg El Arab Stadium on Friday. Knowing only a win will do, the hosts must score victory and hope rivals Al Masry falter in their two remaining fixtures.

Ismaily, for their part, have already secured safety, and have only pride left to play for as they face their final fixture of the season. 

Smouha sits in sixth place with 51 points, while Ismaily lie 14th with 33 points. With one match remaining, Smouha trails fourth-placed Al Masry by a single point but having played one game more than their rivals. 

The home side comes into this match after a 1-0 victory against Ceramica Cleopatra in their most recent runout at Borg El Arab Stadium. Ahmed Samy´s men have picked up wins in four of their last six PL matches and in six of their last home fixtures at this venue. 

In contrast, Ismaily extended their winless streak to six matches with a 1-1 draw against Al Mokawloon at Ismaïlia Stadium. Despite their poor end-of-season form, the visitors remain six points clear of the relegation zone heading into the final round of PL fixtures. 

Considering Smouha´s strong recent form and the motivation to secure a CAF Confederation Cup spot, I expect the hosts to claim victory on Friday.

A home win is my only selection for the final Premier League fixture of the season at Borg El Arab Stadium.