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Bencharki double gives Egypt's Zamalek first African Super Cup title since 2003
Hatem Maher Published in Ahram Online on 14 - 02 - 2020

A double salvo from in-form winger Achraf Bencharki gave Zamalek their first African Super Cup since 2003 with an impressive 3-1 victory over Tunisia's Esperance in Qatar on Friday.
Forward Youssef Ibrahim, nicknamed Obama after the former United States President, gave Zamalek a dream start with a second-minute opener but Abdelraouf Benguit brought Esperance level from the penalty spot early in the second half following a VAR review.
Despite the equaliser, Zamalek displayed a devastating counter-attacking display to down the African Champions League holders, thanks to a mesmerizing performance from Bencharki.
He restored the Cairo giants' lead just before the hour-mark following a brilliant solo effort before putting the game to bed with a stoppage-time goal after finishing off a sweeping breakaway.
The much-needed victory will boost the morale of a Zamalek side who are facing some crucial games this month, including another mouthwatering two-legged clash against Esperance in the Champions League quarters.
They will also meet Cairo rivals Ahly in the Egyptian Super Cup on 20 February and in the domestic league four days later.
French manager Patrice Carteron, who also led Morocco's Raja to the African Super Cup crown at the expense of Esperance last season, won his first title with Zamalek after replacing Serbian boss Micho in December.
The White Knights took their tally to four African Super Cup triumphs. Their previous win came 17 years ago when they defeated Moroccan side Wydad 3-1 in Cairo.
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