Newly crowned Egyptian Premier League champions Zamalek and runners-up Pyramids secured the country’s two slots in Africa’s premier club competition based on their domestic standings.
Al Ahly SC and ZED FC will compete in the CAF Confederation Cup.
Egypt’s 2026/27 continental line-up
| Competition | Clubs | Qualification basis |
|---|---|---|
| CAF Champions League | Zamalek SC & Pyramids FC | League champions & runners-up |
| CAF Confederation Cup | Al Ahly SC & ZED FC | Third place & cup runners-up |
Zamalek claimed their 15th league title in the 2025-26 season, finishing ahead of Pyramids. The White Knights also resolved outstanding FIFA-related issues to secure their African licence ahead of the registration deadline.
The confirmation settles Egypt’s representation for the forthcoming continental campaign, with both Champions League sides expected to enter at the appropriate preliminary or group stages depending on the final CAF seeding.