Egypt League Cup Clash: Tactical Insights and Key Performance Indicators Shaping the Talaea EI-Gaish vs. Ghazl El Mahallah Encounter

Ghazl El Mahallah's recent attacking efficiency has significantly improved compared to Talaea EI-Gaish, with an average goal conversion rate of 18.7% (versus 14.2% for their opponents). They've also seen their key pass success rate rise to 72%, and their attacking pass value (PA.V) is at 2.8 points (compared to 1.9). Ghazl El Mahallah exhibits superior midfield control at 61% compared to 49% and a faster transition attack speed with an average of 7.2 seconds (against 8.5 seconds). Furthermore, Ghazl El Mahallah demonstrates greater intensity in their play, covering 12.3km in high-intensity sprints versus Talaea EI-Gaish's 10.8km, and a total running distance of 118km compared to 112km. Ghazl El Mahallah's defensive prowess is also noteworthy, averaging 14.3 interceptions (compared to 11.5 for Talaea EI-Gaish), 8.2 interceptions (versus 6.1), and 19.4 clearances (versus 15.7). Their expected goals (xG) are 2.1 against 1.6, with a conversion rate exceeding expectations by 17%. Considering Talaea EI-Gaish's vulnerability in set-piece defence (allowing an xG of 0.8 per match), Ghazl El Mahallah's high aerial duel success rate of 78% could prove particularly effective. Egypt League Cup: Talaea EI-Gaish vs. Ghazl El Mahallah. Prediction: Away win. Recommendation: Ghazl El Mahallah +0.25.