Pyramids Into Confederation Cup Last 32

Pyramids followed the footsteps of their fellow Al Masry as they qualified for the CAF Confederation last 32 after defeating CR Belouizdad 2-1 on Aggregate.

The second half substitution John Antwi sealed the victory in the 57th minute when he unleashed an excellent shot, netting a decisive goal for his side. CR Belouizdad came close to earn the lead through an excellent cross.

[caption id="attachment_81897" align="aligncenter" width="960"] John Antwi celebrates his goal[/caption]

Belouizdad's keeper brought into action for the first time as his save denied Islam Issa's shot. Sebastien Desabre's men ended the first leg in a 1-1 draw in Cairo. Thet took part in this tournament after they managed to finish third in the last season of the Egyptian Premier League.

Earlier, Egypt's Al Masry advanced to the last 32 after crushing Malindi at Borg Al Arab 7-2 on Aggregate. On Saturday, Al Ahly reached the last 16 of the CAF Champions League after demolishing Cano Sport with unanswered six goals on Aggregate.

On the other hand, Egypt's Zamalek headed to the round of 16 at the CAF Champions League after Generation Foot withdrawal.

In July, Pyramids announced the signing of Uganda’s former coach Sébastien Desabre replacing axed Ramón Díaz.

The French joined the Egyptian club after terminating his contract with Cranes after their loss to Senegal in the last 16 at the Africa Cup of Nations.