In an unprecedented and nerve-wracking display of penalty shootout drama, Modern Future emerged victorious against Pyramids with a staggering 14-13 scoreline after 34 penalty kicks in the Egyptian Super Cup semi-final on Monday. The intense battle unfolded at Abu Dhabi’s Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium and kept fans on the edge of their seats, ultimately concluding in a 0-0 draw during regular play.
Modern Future, who secured their spot in the final, where they will face either Al Ahly or Ceramica Cleopatra, endured a rollercoaster shootout experience. The team squandered three penalty kicks, adding to the suspense of the matchup. On the opposing side, Pyramids faced the heartbreak of defeat after missing a crucial fourth penalty kick.
Osama Galal, a defender for Pyramids, found himself at the center of the action, missing two penalty shots, including the decisive one that ultimately sealed the victory for Modern Future.
The shootout, though seemingly endless at times, fell short of the record set in a local cup match in England last year when Washington FC triumphed over Bedlington Terriers in a marathon shootout that featured an astonishing 54 penalties, ending with a 25-24 scoreline. The Egyptian Super Cup semi-final penalty shootout also fell behind the 2005 Namibian Cup match between KK Palace and Civics, which saw 48 penalties.
The Monday night spectacle not only showcased the resilience and precision of both teams but also etched its place in football history as one of the most prolonged and tension-filled penalty shootouts. As the football community awaits the final showdown between Modern Future and their yet-to-be-determined opponents, the semi-final clash will undoubtedly be remembered as a thrilling chapter in Egyptian football.
