Pyramids's midfielder Ibrahim Adel celebrates after scoring a goal during the match with Modern Future. Photo courtesy of Pyramids Facebook page.
In-form winger Ibrahim Adel struck in first-half stoppage time (45+3) to secure the win, while Congolese striker Fiston Mayele missed two clear chances to put the game to bed, keeping the suspense alive until the final whistle.
The Emirati-owned club moved to 33 points from 14 matches, one point ahead of defending champions Ahly.
Modern Sport's struggles continued, with just one win in 14 games.
Algerian coach Abdelhak Benchikha, appointed last week to revive their season, had little impact against a Pyramids side that has emerged as a powerhouse in Egyptian football in recent years.
Benchikha faces a tough challenge, with Modern Sport languishing on eight points at the halfway stage of the season.
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