Egyptian champions Pyramids FC are preparing for a major challenge as they face Brazilian giants Flamengo in the semi-final of the Intercontinental Cup, with the Challenger Cup title also at stake.
How Flamengo reached the semi-final
Flamengo secured their spot by defeating Mexico’s Cruz Azul 2–1, a victory that earned them the Derby of the Americas Cup and a place in the Intercontinental Cup semi-final.
How Pyramids qualified
Pyramids booked their place in the competition after overcoming Saudi side Al Ahli in the African-Asian-Pacific Cup last September, sealing their qualification for the Intercontinental Cup semifinal.
What is at stake?
Pyramids and Flamengo will now compete for the Challenger Cup title. The winner of this match will advance to the Intercontinental Cup final to face UEFA Champions League winner Paris Saint-Germain.
Date: Saturday, 13 December 2025
Competition: Intercontinental Cup – Semi-Final (Challenger Cup)
Stadium: Ahmed bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan, Qatar
7:00 PM (Cairo Time)
5:00 PM GMT
This top encounter brings together the champions of Africa and South America in a decisive battle for a place in the final. Both teams will be aiming to make history and set up a prestigious showdown with PSG.
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