Al Ahly Crowned Allianz Basketball League Champions- May 16, 2026
POSTED BY: Abdul Hamid Addasi
Al Ahly were crowned champions of the 2025–2026 Allianz Men's Basketball League after defeating Al-Ittihad Alexandria 3–1 in the finals series.
Al Ahly sealed the title with a dramatic 77–76 victory in Game 4 of the championship series. The Cairo giants had previously won the opening two games 68–66 and 79–72, before Al-Ittihad responded with a 91–80 victory in Game 3. Al Ahly, however, clinched the decisive fourth game to secure the championship. Al-Ittihad Alexandria finished the first quarter ahead 18–15, before Al Ahly fought back to take a 39–35 halftime lead. Al-Ittihad regained momentum in the third quarter, moving ahead 65–58, but Al Ahly produced a late comeback to edge the game 77–76 and capture the title. The finals were played in a best-of-five format, with the first team to secure three victories crowned league champions. Al Ahly reached the championship series after defeating Telecom Egypt in the semi-finals, while Al-Ittihad Alexandria advanced by overcoming Zamalek. Al Ahly's resilience in the closing moments of Game 4 completed a successful title run and reaffirmed their status among Egypt's elite basketball clubs. |
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