File Photo: Zamalek Midfielder Mohamed Shehata in action during the match with Haras El Hodoud. Photo courtesy of Zamalek Facebook page.
CAF Confederation Cup title holders Zamalek were eliminated from the semifinals of the continental tournament last week after suffering a surprise 1-0 defeat to South African side Stellenbosch.
The White Knights will be eager to return to winning ways when they visit Haras El-Hodoud at Alexandria's Borg El-Arab Stadium on Sunday.
Zamalek sit third in the playoff stage standings with 35 points, four points behind second-placed Ahly.
Leaders and title contenders Pyramids FC top the table with 43 points.
Haras El-Hodoud are fighting relegation, occupying the bottom spot with 22 points.
A victory over El-Hodoud could boost Zamalek's chances of securing a spot in next season's CAF Champions League, instead of their usual participation in the Confederation Cup in recent years.
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