National Bank of Egypt vs Pharco Prediction: The hosts can’t afford to lose this crucial game

In order to break the jinx of six games without a breakthrough, National Bank of Egypt must be at their best to amass all the points when they face off against Pharco at the Borg El Arab Stadium on Monday. 

Tarek Moustafa's men kicked off their campaign with a loss against Zamalek. National Bank of Egypt were the better side but conceded a penalty in the 98th minute to gift Zamalek all the points. The 3-2) loss wasn’t a bad performance at all, even though two of their goals came from the penalty spot. 

National Bank of Egypt were remarkable in their last few games to wrap up the campaign, as they finally secured a stay in the division. After a slow start to the season, Al Ahly Bank fought their way to the top and were rewarded with top-flight football. This was possible when they shared the spoils against El Mahalla on the road. The game ended in a toothless draw; however, a point was enough for National Bank of Egypt to continue in the league. 

National Bank of Egypt have improved their squad over the transfer window, and they’ll be hopeful of finishing strong this season.

Ahmed Khatab's men kicked off their league campaign with a defeat on their ground against Al Ittihad. Pharco, who struggled to remain in the league, failed to create a meaningful chance. Al Ittihad were wasteful and could have scored more than just a goal. 

Pharco have managed one win in eight away matches and watching them play against Al Ittihad tells me they’ll struggle this campaign. 

Pharco have won three and drawn three against National Bank of Egypt over their previous six meetings. Pharco have been the better team in this fixture, marching here without a defeat against National Bank of Egypt before. They’ll likely be confident of maintaining this same run against their opponent, but the hosts will break the jinx here. We think National Bank of Egypt have more than enough attacking force on the pitch, and we expect them to at least score before the break for 1.90.

National Bank of Egypt will likely get all the points here for 2.04.

This game will produce a BTTS for 1.87.

Good luck!