CAF Champions League· Kick-off : Friday, October 16, 2026, 14:00 (UK time)
EL Merriekh Bentiu vs Pyramids FC: 0-1 result and AI prediction review
Review: prediction vs result
Final score: EL Merriekh Bentiu 0-1 Pyramids FC. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for EL Merriekh Bentiu (46%), while victory for Pyramids FC was rated at only 28%. The final score ranked 4th among the most likely scorelines (8.2%), behind 1-1. On goals, the model expected both teams to score (52%): missed; it pointed to under 2.5 goals (48%): correct.
Match analysis
EL Merriekh Bentiu and Pyramids FC met on Friday, October 16, 2026, a CAF Champions League fixture. Before kick-off, our model gave EL Merriekh Bentiu a 46% chance of winning, the draw 26% and Pyramids FC 28%. On the correct score, 1-1 comes out on top (12.3%), followed by 1-0 (11.0%) and 2-1 (9.1%).
Over their last 5 matches, EL Merriekh Bentiu have 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats, scoring 5 and conceding 7. Pyramids FC are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (5 wins, 0 draws), scoring 13 and conceding 4. Pyramids FC therefore arrive in far better shape than EL Merriekh Bentiu. On average EL Merriekh Bentiu score 1.00 and concede 1.40 goals per game; Pyramids FC score 2.60 and concede 0.80.
Our data holds no recent head-to-head between EL Merriekh Bentiu and Pyramids FC: the prediction relies on each team's form and level. In double chance terms, "EL Merriekh Bentiu or draw" stands at 72%, "Pyramids FC or draw" at 54% and "no draw" at 74%.
In short : EL Merriekh Bentiu are favourites for this EL Merriekh Bentiu v Pyramids FC, with a 46% win probability from our model. On recent form, EL Merriekh Bentiu have 2 wins, 0 draw and 3 losses in 5 while Pyramids FC are in good shape (5 wins in 5). Our model's most likely scoreline: 1-1.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
Most likely correct scores
Scores shown as EL Merriekh Bentiu – Pyramids FC. 1-1 is the single most likely scoreline (12.3%); the 5 scores below add up to 49% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.
| Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| EL Merriekh Bentiu 1-1 Pyramids FC | 12.3% |
| EL Merriekh Bentiu 1-0 Pyramids FC | 11.0% |
| EL Merriekh Bentiu 2-1 Pyramids FC | 9.1% |
| EL Merriekh Bentiu 0-1 Pyramids FC | 8.2% |
| EL Merriekh Bentiu 2-0 Pyramids FC | 8.2% |
Goals: both teams to score, over/under
With 1.49 expected goals for EL Merriekh Bentiu and 1.12 for Pyramids FC, "over 2.5 goals" is rated at 48% and "both teams to score" at 52%. EL Merriekh Bentiu keep a clean sheet in 33% of scenarios, Pyramids FC in 23%.
| Probability | |
|---|---|
| EL Merriekh Bentiu expected goals | 1.49 |
| Pyramids FC expected goals | 1.12 |
| Both teams to score | 52% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 74% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 48% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 27% |
| EL Merriekh Bentiu clean sheet | 33% |
| Pyramids FC clean sheet | 23% |
Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
EL Merriekh Bentiu
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2026 | Heegan · CAF Champions League | 3-0 | W |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Heegan · CAF Champions League | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 28, 2025 | Azam · CAF Confederation Cup | 0-2 | L |
| Sep 20, 2025 | Azam · CAF Confederation Cup | 0-2 | L |
| Jul 15, 2024 | Singida Black Stars · CECAFA Club Cup | 1-3 | L |
Pyramids FC
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | Olympic El Qanah · League Cup | 3-2 | W |
| Sep 17, 2026 | Enppi · Premier League | 2-1 | W |
| Sep 13, 2026 | GOR Mahia · CAF Champions League | 5-1 | W |
| Sep 9, 2026 | El Gouna FC · Premier League | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 6, 2026 | GOR Mahia · CAF Champions League | 2-0 | W |
Head-to-head
Our data holds no recent head-to-head between EL Merriekh Bentiu and Pyramids FC: the prediction relies on each team's form and level.
Out and doubtful
EL Merriekh Bentiu
No absences reported.
Pyramids FC
No absences reported.
Most regular starters
Pyramids FC
Starts over the last 2 matches (official line-ups).
- M. Chibi2/2
- A. Abdelkader1/2
- A. El Shenawy1/2
- A. Samy1/2
- Ahmed El Shenawy1/2
- Ahmed Samy1/2
- E. El Askalany1/2
- Eyad El Askalany1/2
- K. Hafez1/2
- Karim Hafez1/2
- M. Fathi1/2
Other matches in this competition
- APR 0-1 Zamalek SCOct 16, 2026
- CFFA – Young AfricansOct 17, 2026
- African Stars – Orlando PiratesOct 17, 2026
- TP Mazembe – Club AfricainOct 17, 2026
- San-Pédro – NouadhibouOct 17, 2026
- Scotland Mabvuku – Petro de LuandaOct 18, 2026
- Enugu Rangers – MC AlgerOct 18, 2026
- Sidama Bunna – Al Hilal OmdurmanOct 18, 2026
- Wiliete – Mamelodi SundownsOct 18, 2026
- Horoya – Al MerreikhOct 18, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the EL Merriekh Bentiu vs Pyramids FC prediction?
Before the match, our AI gave EL Merriekh Bentiu a 46% chance of winning, the draw 26% and Pyramids FC 28%. EL Merriekh Bentiu are therefore favourites. Final score: 0-1.
What is the most likely correct score for EL Merriekh Bentiu vs Pyramids FC?
1-1 (12.3%), followed by 1-0 (11.0%), 2-1 (9.1%), 0-1 (8.2%) and 2-0 (8.2%).
Will both teams score in EL Merriekh Bentiu vs Pyramids FC?
The probability that both EL Merriekh Bentiu and Pyramids FC score is 52%. EL Merriekh Bentiu have a 33% chance of keeping a clean sheet, Pyramids FC 23%.
How many goals should we expect in EL Merriekh Bentiu vs Pyramids FC?
The model expects 2.61 goals (1.49 for EL Merriekh Bentiu, 1.12 for Pyramids FC). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 74%, over 2.5 goals 48%, over 3.5 goals 27%.
When and where is EL Merriekh Bentiu vs Pyramids FC played?
Friday, October 16, 2026 at 14:00 (UK time), CAF Champions League.
What form are EL Merriekh Bentiu and Pyramids FC in?
EL Merriekh Bentiu: 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (5 scored, 7 conceded). Pyramids FC: 5 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (13 scored, 4 conceded).
What was the EL Merriekh Bentiu vs Pyramids FC result, and was the prediction right?
Final score: EL Merriekh Bentiu 0-1 Pyramids FC. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for EL Merriekh Bentiu (46%), while victory for Pyramids FC was rated at only 28%. The final score ranked 4th among the most likely scorelines (8.2%), behind 1-1. On goals, the model expected both teams to score (52%): missed; it pointed to under 2.5 goals (48%): correct.
How is the EL Merriekh Bentiu vs Pyramids FC prediction calculated?
The model estimates each team's expected goals (1.49 for EL Merriekh Bentiu, 1.12 for Pyramids FC) from recent form, xG and standings, then applies a Poisson distribution: every possible score gets a probability, from which the 1X2, correct score, both teams to score and total goals are derived. Every figure is calculated, none is made up.
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