The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup kicks off in style as Inter Miami take on African powerhouses Al Ahly in the opening Group A clash on Sunday night at the Hard Rock Stadium, Florida.
While Messi’s star power grabs headlines, Al Ahly’s rich history and proven consistency in global competitions make this a potential thriller with more than just points on the line.
🔴 Al Ahly Ready to Represent Africa's Best | Home Win= 3.49💵
Al Ahly, the most successful club in African football history, return to the Club World Cup for a record 10th time. Their 12 CAF Champions League titles only trail Real Madrid and Auckland City globally.
After finishing third four times in the last five editions, the Red Devils will be desperate to go one step further, even as they enter this clash with a new coach, Jose Riveiro, following the sacking of Marcel Koller in April.
Despite the managerial change, form is on their side. They’ve won six straight domestic matches and held Pachuca to a 1-1 draw in a recent friendly before narrowly losing on penalties.
⚪️ Inter Miami Seek Home Glory as Messi Roars Back | Away Win = 2.08💵
Inter Miami's rapid rise continues as they make their Club World Cup debut, led by football royalty Lionel Messi, who knows this competition all too well after winning it thrice with Barcelona.
Though their form has been patchy—just four wins in their last 12—the Herons come into the match fresh from back-to-back 4-2 and 5-1 victories over Montreal and Columbus Crew, respectively.
Mascherano’s men are banking on their star-studded spine, with eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi, Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and young talents like Benjamin Cremaschi, to set the tone on home soil.
Owned by David Beckham, the Herons earned their spot via the 2024 MLS Supporters’ Shield to determine a host nation club.
🗝️ Key Players & Team News 📰:
• Al Ahly: Emam Ashour recovered from a thigh scare and starts alongside veterans Taher Mohamed, Achraf Bencharki, and prolific Wessam Abou Ali. New boss Riveiro may tinker, but faith in his experienced core runs deep.
• Inter Miami: Jordi Alba and Gonzalo Luján are doubts after muscle niggles; Oscar Ustari and Tomás Avilés return to contention. Mascherano’s Herons likely stick with 4-4-2 to maximise Messi-Suárez partnership.
🔢 Match Stats & Betting Odds 💵| Draw = 3.82
• Al Ahly are unbeaten in 90 minutes in all their last 6 games in all competitions, while this is their 10th such appearance in the competition. | Specials Market: O/U & GG/NG (Over 2.5 7 Yes) = 2.40
• Inter Miami boast 9 goals in their last two games, winning by at least 2 goals or more (5-1 & 4-2). However, it is their first-ever FIFA Club World Cup cap. | Goals Market: Away O/U (Away Over 1.5) = 1.88
📊Team Form & Predicted Line-ups🧑🤝🧑:
📈Al Ahly (W W W W W L):
Possible XI: El Shenawy; Hany, Rabia, Ibrahim, Debes; El Solia, Ashour, Ateya; Mohamed, Trezeguet, Abou Ali.
📈Inter Miami (L D L D W W):
Possible XI: Ustari; Weigandt, Falcón, Luján, Allen; Allende, Cremaschi, Busquets, Segovia; Messi, Suárez.
This heavyweight opener blends Al Ahly’s continental mastery with Miami’s Hollywood pedigree. Expect tactical jostling, moments of individual brilliance, and a fevered Florida crowd.
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