**A dramatic equalizer in stoppage time between Zamalek and Kaizer Chiefs reshapes the group standings**
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Zamalek vs. Kaizer Chiefs Match Summary
🏟️ Match Overview
In the second round of the CAF Confederation Cup 2025–2026 group stage, South Africa's Kaizer Chiefs faced Egypt's Zamalek SC at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa.
The match was tense, especially as Zamalek entered the game aiming to maintain their lead in the group, while Kaizer Chiefs sought to recover from their opening round loss.
⚽️ Match Highlights and Goals
* Zamalek took an early lead in the 3rd minute through Tunisian striker Seifeddine Jaziri, who capitalized on a defensive error by the opposition. * Throughout both halves, Kaizer Chiefs tried to come back, putting pressure on Zamalek's defense, especially after the 75th minute.
* In the 90+6th minute (stoppage time), Kaizer Chiefs equalized with a goal from a mistake by Zamalek goalkeeper Mohamed Sobhi, who failed to deal with a cross from Dillan Solomons, allowing the ball to find the back of the net.
* The match ended in a 1-1 draw.
📊 Group standings after the match
With this draw:
- * Zamalek now has 4 points — in second place behind Al Masry SC, who lead the group with 6 points.
- * Kaizer Chiefs earned their first point of the campaign, placing them third.
- * The group appears wide open (with ZESCO United of Zambia also in last place), giving Zamalek a chance to solidify their position before their upcoming matches.
🧩 Key aspects of the performance and analysis
- * Zamalek started with a fast-paced attacking performance, capitalizing on a defensive error by the South African team.
- * * Kaizer Chiefs applied pressure on Zamalek's goal, especially in the second half, but lacked a cutting edge until the final minutes.
- * Goalkeeper Mohamed Sobhi made a fatal error at the end of the match, costing Zamalek two points that were within their grasp.
- * Mentally, Kaizer Chiefs didn't give up until the very last moment, which earned them a valuable point. Zamalek, on the other hand, focused on securing a victory and building confidence instead of relying solely on an early goal.
🎯 Conclusion and Future Outlook
A tough and decisive match ended in a heartbreaking draw. Zamalek returned with a valuable point, but dropping two points away from home is no small feat—the defensive lapse in the final moments almost undid 87 minutes of effort.
Kaizer Chiefs, for their part, proved they are capable of a comeback even in difficult moments, keeping the group standings wide open.