The Egyptian Scores Cup clash between giants Zamalek SC and Pyramids FC finished in a 1-1 draw on June 6, 2025. This highly anticipated match at Cairo International Stadium lived up to its billing with end-to-end action, though neither side could find a winning goal. The match process saw Pyramids FC take a surprise lead in the 25th minute with a powerful strike from outside the box. Zamalek responded with sustained pressure and found their equalizer just after the hour mark through a headed goal from a corner kick. A key incident was a late penalty appeal for Zamalek that was waved away by the referee after a brief VAR check, a decision that sparked controversy. The draw meant both teams took a point from a direct rival in the cup competition, affecting the landscape for the subsequent knockout rounds. Zamalek's coach expressed frustration at the denied penalty, while the Pyramids manager was pleased with his team's resilient point earned away from home.