Pyramids FC Bolsters Attack Under Mokwena With Key Striker Pursuits

Pyramids FC is making significant moves in the transfer market, with new head coach Rulani MokwenaCoach·Rulani Mokwena at the helm, as the club targets several strikers to enhance its offensive capabilities for the 2026/27 season. The Egyptian powerhouse is reportedly in advanced discussions with players such as Asad Al-HamlaouiPlayer·Asad Al-Hamlaoui, Marwan Othman, and Osama Faisal, aiming to integrate fresh talent into its attacking line-up.

This proactive approach in the transfer window comes as Pyramids FC navigates the departures of prominent forwards Fiston MayelePlayer·Fiston Mayele and Marwan Hamdy. Mayele, who was the club's top goalscorer across all competitions in the 2025/26 season with nine goals, and Hamdy have both moved on, creating a clear need for reinforcements upfront. The club's management and coaching staff are focused on securing clinical finishers who can seamlessly integrate into Mokwena's tactical vision.

The pursuit of new attacking options underscores Pyramids FC's sustained ambition following a highly successful 2025/26 campaign. The team demonstrated strong form in the Egyptian Premier League, finishing either second or third with an impressive record of 16 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses in 26 matches. Their home form was particularly robust, securing 10 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses, while their away performances also yielded 6 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses.

Beyond domestic league success, Pyramids FC also made a notable impact on the continental and international stages. They were the reigning champions of the CAF Champions League, having secured their first-ever title in June 2025. In the 2025/26 edition, they topped Group A with 16 points before their elimination in the quarter-finals by AS FARTeam·AS FAR, following a 3-2 aggregate loss in March 2026. The club also claimed their maiden CAF Super CupCompetition·CAF Super Cup title in October 2025, defeating RS BerkaneTeam·RS Berkane 1-0, and reached the semi-finals of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.

Domestically, Pyramids FC added another trophy to their cabinet by winning the Egyptian CupCompetition·Egyptian Cup for the second time in their history in May 2026. They also reached the semi-finals of the Egyptian Super CupCompetition·Egyptian Super Cup and competed in the group stage of the Egyptian League Cup. These achievements highlight a period of significant growth and success for the club, setting a high standard for the upcoming season.

The strategic acquisition of new strikers is therefore crucial for Pyramids FC as they look to build on their recent triumphs and compete across multiple fronts in the 2026/27 season. The incoming forwards will be expected to contribute immediately, ensuring the team maintains its goal-scoring prowess and continues its trajectory as a dominant force in African football.