Petrojet will face National Bank in an intriguing Egyptian Premier League clash that promises a battle of contrasting styles. Petrojet vs National Bank, both sides have had mixed starts to the campaign, and this fixture could play a decisive role in shaping their early-season momentum.
Petrojet and National Bank of Egypt meet in the early stages of the 2025–26 Egyptian Premier League season, both aiming to establish momentum. Petrojet, newly promoted after finishing top of the Second Division in 2024–25, seeks to avoid an immediate return to the lower tier.
National Bank, in only their second top-flight campaign, aims to build on mid-table security last season and push toward the upper half.
Petrojet vs National Bank Match INFO, team news, H2H, lineups, and prediction
For Petrojet, playing at home provides a valuable opportunity to showcase resilience and collect vital points against a stubborn National Bank side known for its disciplined defending.
On the other hand, National Bank will look to exploit Petrojet’s defensive vulnerabilities with quick transitions and organized build-up play. With both teams eager to climb higher in the league standings, fans can expect a tight and competitive encounter.
- Date: Thursday, September 11, 2025
- Time: 20:00 EET (18:00 UTC)
- Venue: Petro Sport Stadium, Egypt
- Competition: Egyptian Premier League 2025–26 (Matchweek 3)
Petrojet vs National Bank Recent Form
Petrojet – Last 5 Matches (Across All Competitions)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2025 | Al Ittihad | D 1-1 | Premier League |
| Aug 28, 2025 | ENPPI | L 0-2 | Premier League |
| Aug 23, 2025 | Tanta | W 3-0 | Second Division |
| Aug 16, 2025 | Al Masry | D 0-0 | Second Division |
| Aug 9, 2025 | El Dakhleya | W 2-1 | Second Division |
National Bank – Last 5 Matches
| Date | Opponent | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2025 | Future FC | W 2-0 | Premier League |
| Aug 29, 2025 | El Gouna | D 1-1 | Premier League |
| Aug 23, 2025 | ZED FC | L 0-3 | Premier League |
| Aug 16, 2025 | Ismaily | D 2-2 | Premier League |
| Aug 9, 2025 | Pyramids | L 1-4 | Premier League |
Petrojet vs National Bank Head to Head
This will be only the second ever league meeting between the clubs, as Petrojet were in the second tier until promotion last season. Their first clash ended in a 1–1 draw at Cairo Stadium in May 2025.
| Matches | Petrojet Wins | National Bank Wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Tactical Analysis
- Petrojet deploys a 4–2–3–1 shape focused on transition. The double pivot shields the back four, allowing wingers to exploit space. Their main strength is quick counter-attack: full-backs André and Mahmoud Saleh frequently overlap.
- National Bank favor a 3–5–2 system emphasizing ball retention and wide wing-backs. Their midfield trio, led by captain Emad Hamdy, controls tempo, while forwards Amr Gamal and Ramadan Sobhi interchange fluidly.
Petrojet vs National Bank Probable Lineups XI
- Petrojet Possible Lineup XI: Salah, Haggag, Reyad, Kenawy, Mohamed, Okasha, Hamdan, El-Gamal, Ibrahim, Ben Moussa, Bahbah
- National Bank of Egypt Possible Lineup XI: El Balouti, Dowidar, El Gazzar, El Gazzar, Yakubu, Fathi, Ashraf, Wahid, Madbouli, Shalabi, Faisal
Petrojet vs National Bank Key Player Battles
- Petrojet’s playmaker Mohamed Abdel-Aziz (central attacking midfielder) vs. National Bank’s defensive anchor Mustafa Youssef: success in this duel will determine which team controls midfield.
- Rapid wingers: Petrojet’s Ahmed Samir vs National Bank’s Walid Azaro – both excel in one-on-one duels and crosses.
Petrojet vs National Bank Prediction
Petrojet’s home advantage and tactical coherence should challenge National Bank’s possession-based approach. However, National Bank’s confidence from their opening win suggests they can avoid defeat.
- Predicted Score: Petrojet 1–1 National Bank
A tight, low-scoring contest featuring midfield battles and a share of the spoils.