Ismaili football director Ihab Galal is convinced that the coastal side are capable of ending Zamalek's winning streak on Monday. Zamalek have won their last eight league matches under the guidance of coach Hossam Hassan, who led a turnaround in the Cairo giants' fortunes. However, Galal says The Dervishes will be the first real test for the revitalized Zamalek. "There is a big difference between Ismaili and the teams which Zamalek beat over the last few weeks," Galal told Ismaili's official site. "Our players know how to deal with pivotal games like this." Ismaili, who will host Zamalek in the anticipated match, lie third on 36 points while the White Knights are second on goal difference with as many points. "The game is going to be pulsating, but we can claim all three points," Galal concluded. Ismaili beat Zamalek 1-0 in their previous league meeting in Cairo, thanks to an Amr Al-Sulaya strike.
