Gedo, speaking to MBC Masr, ranked Al Ahly as the number one favorite to lift the trophy, followed by his own Pyramids FC team in second place, and Sudan's Al Hilal in third. The former Egypt international emphasized that Pyramids are having a strong season on all fronts and are among the tournament's top performers both defensively and offensively.
He noted the increased demands of knockout rounds, requiring more tactical discipline and clinical finishing, while expressing confidence in his team's ability to overcome their quarter-final clash against Morocco's AS FAR. Meanwhile, Al Ahly will face Espérance Sportive de Tunis in their quarter-final matchup.