Pyramids vs Gor Mahia: CAF Champions League Second Leg, Kick-Off Time and Aggregate

Pyramids vs Gor Mahia takes place in Cairo on Sunday, 13 September 2026, with Gor Mahia trying to overturn a 2-0 deficit in the second leg of their CAF Champions League First Preliminary Round tie. The match kicks off at 8:00 PM EAT (5:00 PM GMT) at the 30 June Air Defence Stadium.

Pyramids FC vs Gor Mahia FC is the decisive half of a two-legged tie that started in Nairobi, where the Egyptian side won 2-0. The current fixture is listed on SportPesa Kenya’s football page, while live scores, confirmed lineups and match events can be followed on SP Score.

Pyramids vs Gor Mahia now moves from Nyayo National Stadium to Cairo with the aggregate score firmly shaping the second leg. Walid El Karti opened the scoring early in the first meeting before Saber added a second in first-half stoppage time, giving Pyramids control of the tie. Gor Mahia arrived in Cairo ahead of the return match with head coach Charles Akonnor calling for belief, concentration and a much sharper performance. For the wider qualification route, fixtures and competition dates, see our CAF Champions League 2026/27 guide.

CAF lists the return leg for 5:00 PM GMT, which is 8:00 PM in Kenya. The tie will be decided on aggregate across the two matches, with the winner moving into the Second Preliminary Round.

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The first match in this tie was Gor Mahia vs Pyramids at Nyayo National Stadium on 6 September. It was also the first competitive meeting between the two clubs. Pyramids won 2-0 after scoring both goals in the first half.

Walid El Karti struck early before Saber doubled the advantage in stoppage time before the break. Gor Mahia had periods of possession and pressure but could not find the goal they needed to reduce the deficit before travelling to Egypt.

For the complete first-leg story, read our Gor Mahia 0-2 Pyramids FC match report. The Gor Mahia vs Pyramids live, lineups and H2H page also keeps the first match information in one place.

Gor Mahia begin the match two goals behind on aggregate. A 2-0 win in Cairo would bring the aggregate score level at 2-2, while a victory by three clear goals would put K’Ogalo ahead on aggregate within 90 minutes. Any Pyramids goal would increase the number of goals Gor Mahia need to recover the tie.

That makes the opening stages important without changing the basic task: Gor Mahia need goals, but they also need to avoid giving Pyramids an even larger aggregate cushion. Akonnor has stressed that his players must stay focused and do the right things throughout the second leg rather than allow the first-leg score to dictate every decision.

For a deeper look at the numbers behind the comeback challenge, read Pyramids vs Gor Mahia: why K’Ogalo’s comeback is a statistical miracle waiting to happen.

Gor Mahia reached Cairo on Friday and scheduled two evening training sessions before the match, giving the technical bench time to assess fitness and make final decisions for the return leg. Charles Akonnor remains in charge of the Kenyan champions, while Pyramids are led by Rulani Mokwena.

The first-leg selections showed the key areas both coaches can draw from, but the confirmed teams for the second leg should only be treated as official once they are released on matchday. For Gor Mahia’s registered continental group, see the Gor Mahia 29-man CAF Champions League squad, and for wider club information visit the Gor Mahia FC hub.

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Pyramids come into the return leg with the advantage of both the aggregate score and recent competitive rhythm. After winning 2-0 in Nairobi, they followed that result with a 1-0 domestic league victory over El Gouna.

Gor Mahia’s immediate focus has remained on the continental tie. The Kenyan champions are coming off a title-winning 2025/26 domestic campaign, but the Cairo match presents a different challenge: an away second leg against a side already protecting a two-goal lead.

The most important number before kick-off is therefore the aggregate score rather than a long list of historical meetings. Pyramids and Gor Mahia have only played each other once competitively, so the Nairobi result is the direct head-to-head reference for this second leg.

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For the Pyramids vs Gor Mahia live score, confirmed lineups, goals, cards, substitutions and changing match statistics, use SP Score.

You can also check the current Pyramids FC vs Gor Mahia match markets on SportPesa Kenya. Market availability and prices can change, so the SportPesa platform should be used for the current options. 18+ only. Bet responsibly.

After full-time, the confirmed outcome will also be available through SportPesa Results. For more football coverage across Kenya, Africa and Europe, visit the SportPesa Kenya Football hub.

Pyramids vs Gor Mahia is scheduled for Sunday, 13 September 2026 in Cairo, Egypt.

Kick-off is at 8:00 PM East Africa Time (EAT), which is 5:00 PM GMT.

The second leg is being played at the 30 June Air Defence Stadium in Cairo.

Pyramids lead 2-0 on aggregate after winning the first leg 2-0 at Nyayo National Stadium.

Pyramids beat Gor Mahia 2-0 in Nairobi, with both goals scored in the first half.

Gor Mahia need to overturn a two-goal aggregate deficit. A 2-0 second-leg win would level the aggregate score, while a win by three clear goals would put K’Ogalo ahead on aggregate within 90 minutes.

Confirmed starting lineups, substitutes and formations can be followed on SP Score once the teams are officially released.

SP Score provides the live score, lineups, goals, cards, substitutions and match statistics as the game develops.

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Pyramids vs Gor Mahia is the decisive second leg of the CAF Champions League First Preliminary Round, with Pyramids carrying a 2-0 aggregate advantage into the match in Cairo. Gor Mahia need to change the tie away from home, while Pyramids have the opportunity to protect the lead they built in Nairobi.

Follow the wider continental campaign through our CAF Champions League 2026/27 hub, check SP Score for live match information, and use SportPesa Kenya Football for the current football markets.