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Al Ahly vs Young Africans Prediction

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€37.62m

23 Jan11:00
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Al Ahly vs Young Africans Prediction CAF Champions League

Al Ahly vs Young Africans Prediction: Will the Tanzanian Underdogs Upset the Champions?

If you’re looking for a fresh Al Ahly vs Young Africans prediction, you’re in the right place. On January 23, 2026, at 16:00 GMT, the CAF Champions League group stage gives us a fixture that’s much more than a formality. Both teams have already punched their tickets to the quarter-finals, but the stakes are still high at Cairo International Stadium. With Al Ahly leading Group B and Young Africans hot on their heels, this match is set to be a real test of ambition, tactics, and nerves.

Team Form, Tactics, and What’s at Stake

Let’s set the scene. Al Ahly, Egypt’s football royalty and 12-time CAF Champions League winners, are known for their iron grip on African football. Their head-to-head record against Young Africans is intimidating: six wins, four draws, and just one loss in eleven meetings. The last time these two met, Al Ahly squeezed out a 1-0 win in March 2024, and before that, they drew 1-1 in December 2023.

  • Al Ahly are under the guidance of Jess Thorup, who took the reins in October 2025. The club is on the hunt for fresh talent, eyeing a foreign striker and two U-23 foreign players to bolster their squad for the African campaign.
  • Recent form? Let’s call it patchy. Only one win in their last five matches, and they haven’t won at home in their last four outings. Injuries are a headache, too, with key players like Achraf Bencharki and Achraf Dari sidelined, and others racing the clock to be fit for this fixture.
  • Despite their recent struggles, Al Ahly’s squad is valued at a whopping €37.62m, dwarfing Young Africans’ €2.25m.

On the other side, Young Africans (or Yanga, as their fans call them) have been quietly building momentum. Under coach Pedro Soares Gonçalves, they’re unbeaten in eight matches, with four straight wins and not a single goal conceded in those games. Their squad features experienced hands like goalkeeper Djigui Diarra and lively attackers such as Prince Dube—who’s been finding the net with regularity.

  • Young Africans are coming in with a clean bill of health and plenty of confidence. Their coach has called this match an “extreme challenge,” but he’s also made it clear his team is ready, rested, and not just here to make up the numbers.
  • They’ve already shown they can surprise, holding Mamelodi Sundowns to a 0-0 draw away from home—a result few saw coming.

Head to Head, Odds, and Betting Tips

The head to head stats favor Al Ahly, but football isn’t played on paper. The odds for this match are telling: Al Ahly are heavy favorites at 1.37 for a home win, a draw is at 4.6, and a Young Africans win is a long shot at 11.0. But here’s where things get interesting for our Al Ahly vs Young Africans prediction.

  1. Our AI suggests X2 (Young Africans win or draw) as the best tip, with odds of 3.05 and a trust rating of 3.3.050. Not the highest confidence, but if you like a punt on the underdog, this is your market.
  2. For the 1x2 market, the AI goes even bolder: Young Africans to win at odds of 14.6, though the trust level drops to 2.2/10. Sometimes fortune favors the brave—or the very lucky.
  3. For goals, the AI expects a tight affair: under 2.5 goals at 1.58 (trust 2.3.050). The predicted final score? 0:2 in favor of Young Africans, with a 0:1 lead at half-time.

These predictions might raise some eyebrows, especially given Al Ahly’s pedigree and home advantage. But let’s not forget: Al Ahly’s recent home form is shaky, and Young Africans are in a purple patch. The Tanzanians have nothing to lose and everything to gain, which can be a dangerous combination for the favorites.

Final Thoughts: Is an Upset Brewing?

So, what’s the best Al Ahly vs Young Africans prediction? The stats, history, and market value all favor Al Ahly, but the form book and AI tips suggest Young Africans could snatch a result—especially with Al Ahly’s injury woes and inconsistent performances. If you’re feeling adventurous, backing Young Africans to avoid defeat (X2) or even sneak a win could pay off handsomely.

  • Al Ahly’s experience and home support can’t be underestimated, but don’t write off Young Africans—they’re organized, motivated, and have nothing to fear.
  • For betting tips: consider under 2.5 goals, and if you’re chasing value, X2 or even an away win might just be worth a small flutter.

Whatever happens, this is one fixture that promises drama, tension, and maybe a surprise or two. Mark your calendars for January 23, 2026—this is one Al Ahly vs Young Africans prediction that could keep us talking long after the final whistle.

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Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Al Ahly vs Young Africans

X2 205

Young Africans to win or draw with odds of 205
3/10

1x2 Tip

2 1000

Young Africans is expected to win with odds of 1000
2/10

Total Goals

Under 2.5 -145

No more than 2 goals will be scored in the match
2/10

Both Teams To Score

No -227

At least one team is not expected to score
1/10

Bet Builder Tip

X2&U3.5 312

Away win/draw and under 3.5 goals
1/10
Both Teams To Score

Half-Time Score

0:1

Correct Score

0:2

Average / Match

2.8
Total Goals
2.1
1.5
Goals Scored
1.9
1.3
Goals Against
0.2

Overview Last 10 Matches

4
Wins
8
8
Over 1.5 Goals
5
6
Over 2.5 Goals
2
2
Over 3.5 Goals
2
6
Both Teams Scored
1
0
Unexpected Wins
0
1
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Al Ahly
1 - 1 - 0
Young Africans
Al Ahly Al Ahly 01-Mar-24
1:0
Young A Young Africans
Young Africans Young A 02-Dec-23
1:1
Al Ahly Al Ahly

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3:1
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2:0
Young A. Young A
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1:2
El Gaish. El Gaish
10 JanW Pharco Pharco.
1:4
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30 DecL Al Ahly Al Ahly.
0:3
El Mokawlo. El Mokawloon
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23 DecL Ghazl M Ghazl M.
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19 DecW Ceramica Ceramica .
0:1
Al Ahly. Al Ahly
12 DecL Al Ahly Al Ahly.
0:1
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Profile time Recent Matches of Young A

31 JanYoung A Young A.
-
Al Ahly.Al Ahly
27 JanWYoung A Young A.
3:1
Dodoma Jij.Dodoma Jiji
23 JanLAl Ahly Al Ahly.
2:0
Young A.Young A
19 JanWYoung A Young A.
6:0
Mashujaa.Mashujaa
07 DecWCoastal Union Coastal Un.
0:1
Young A.Young A
28 NovDKabylie Kabylie.
0:0
Young A.Young A
22 NovWYoung A Young A.
1:0
FAR Rabat.FAR Rabat
09 NovWYoung A Young A.
4:1
Kinondoni .Kinondoni MC
28 OctWYoung A Young A.
2:0
Mtibwa Sug.Mtibwa Sugar
25 OctWYoung A Young A.
2:0
Silver S.Silver S

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Team Matches Goals Points
1 Al Ahly Al Ahly3
7-2
7
2 Young Africans Young Africans3
1-2
4
3 FAR Rabat FAR Rabat3
1-2
2
4 JS Kabylie JS Kabylie3
1-4
2
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