The Egypt League Cup presents a compelling fixture as Al-Ittihad Alexandria prepares to host Zamalek. Examining recent form, Al-Ittihad Alexandria has shown a tendency towards draws, though their home advantage could prove significant. Their recent matches demonstrate a resilient defence, with several goalless draws and a solitary home loss in the last five games. Zamalek, on the other hand, has displayed a mixed bag of results. Their away form has been inconsistent. Considering Zamalek's recent defensive vulnerabilities and Al-Ittihad Alexandria’s solid defensive record, it's reasonable to predict a relatively low-scoring encounter. Furthermore, the odds strongly favour Al-Ittihad Alexandria to win, suggesting the bookmakers also see the hosts as the favourites. Therefore, I predict a home win, with the total goals staying under 3.5. This matchup seems to lean towards a home victory with a disciplined defensive display.