Enppi returned to winning ways in the Egyptian Premier League, clinching a narrow 1-0 victory over Masr on Sunday afternoon at the Petrosport Stadium. The home side’s early initiative—and a moment of clinical precision from M. Naser—proved decisive in a tense encounter defined by resolute defending and disciplined midfield play.

The contest’s solitary goal arrived in the 11th minute. Enppi pressed high, forcing Masr into an early error, before R. Kabou delivered a perfectly timed through-ball to M. Naser, who made no mistake with a composed finish from inside the penalty area. The goal injected early energy into the home side, shaping the game’s tempo and forcing Masr onto the back foot.

From that point, Enppi managed the match with a blend of physicality and tactical awareness. The first half was marked not only by Enppi’s attacking intent but also by a flurry of midfield challenges and Masr’s efforts to gain a foothold. A yellow card for Enppi’s A. Zaki in the 42nd minute signaled an uptick in intensity as halftime approached.

Masr sought to change the narrative with a tactical substitution in the 35th minute, introducing P. Mutumosi Zilu to add pace out wide. Despite their spirited response, Masr struggled to carve open clear-cut opportunities, repeatedly stymied by Enppi’s disciplined backline.

The second half unfolded with similar patterns: Enppi content to protect their slender advantage, while Masr pressed forward in search of an equalizer. Tempers flared periodically as Z. Kamal (59’), A. I. Mahmoud (80’), and A. Samir (90+3’) all entered the referee’s book for Enppi, a reflection of the game's competitive edge.

Both coaches made a flurry of substitutions as legs tired—Enppi shuffling personnel to shore up their defense and inject fresh energy, while Masr gambled on attack by introducing Abdelrahman El Sakran and S. Hussein shortly after the hour. Still, Enppi’s defense held firm, repelling a series of late Masr corners and long-range efforts.

Masr’s frustrations were evident as stoppage time ticked away. Enppi’s tactical discipline, physical presence, and game management ultimately ensured the points stayed in Cairo, pushing them further up the Premier League standings.

For Khaled Metwalli’s side, the result is a statement of intent—a demonstration that Enppi can secure vital wins through both individual brilliance and collective resilience. For Masr, the challenge remains to convert possession into goals, as they leave Petrosport empty-handed despite a determined performance.

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