Al-Ahly vs Inter Miami Predictions, Watching Sites, Statistics, Free Tips, and Gambling
The first edition of the revamped Club World Cup kicks off this week, with Inter Miami hosting Egyptian giants Al Ahly at Hard Rock Stadium (Sunday, 1:00 AM GMT).
FIFA's attempts to make the Club World Cup a major event haven't been as successful as expected, with the tournament's opening match facing challenges in attracting attention and selling tickets.
Prices have increased from over $250 to $50, while some students in Miami can get in for as little as $5. That's a reasonable price to see Lionel Messi.
The Argentine was a key factor in FIFA's decision to include his team, Inter Miami, in the tournament, which has sparked much controversy.
Unlike its American rivals, Al-Ahly is going to the United States with flying colors. The Egyptian club qualified for the tournament thanks to its four CAF Champions League titles in 2020, 2021, 2023, and 2024.
This is José Rivero's 11th appearance in the Club World Cup, a record for the African club.
With 44 domestic titles and 14 CAF Champions League titles, Al Ahly is undoubtedly one of the most prominent clubs on the African continent.
Whether the club can elevate its continental level to global level remains to be seen, but Inter Miami appears unlikely to be its toughest challenge.
The MLS club has managed just three wins in its last ten matches in all competitions, including five losses.
Manager Javier Mascherano has won this title twice with Barcelona during his time, but a third such title would be somewhat ambitious.
Inter Miami is the second American team to participate in the Club World Cup and could become the first team from the United States to score a goal in the tournament. Here, we examine this exciting encounter in more detail, highlighting some of the most notable bets along the way.
For a former motive, it's somewhat surprising that Mascherano's Inter Miami boast one of the worst defensive performances in MLS.
While the Americans struggle to keep the ball out of their own net, they have no problems when it comes to scoring.
Inter have scored 12 goals in just their last three matches, including five against Columbus Crew in their last MLS match.
Al Ahly aren't hesitant either. The African side have scored 21 goals in their last six league matches and will be looking to spring a surprise in Miami.
Taking all of that into account, we expect each team to score more than 2.5 goals and win more than 7.5 corner kicks.
Al Ahly vs Inter Miami Match Statistics
Inter Miami have conceded three or more goals in six of their last nine competitive matches.
No American team has scored a goal in the Club World Cup.
Mascherano, the coach of Inter Miami, won this tournament twice during his playing career.
Al Ahly's last match against American teams ended in a 1-0 victory over Seattle Sounders in the 2022 Club World Cup.
Only two of Al Ahly's 27 matches in this tournament have ended in draws.
Where to watch Al Ahly vs. Inter Miami?
Fans in the UK can follow Al Ahly vs. Inter Miami on DAZN and Channel 5. The match is scheduled to kick off at 1:00 AM GMT on Sunday, June 15.
DAZN will offer all 63 FIFA Club World Cup matches free of charge upon registration, while Channel 5 will broadcast 23 matches, including this one, on free-to-air TV.
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Match Selection - Al Ahly vs. Inter Miami
Al Ahly vs. Inter Miami Predictions
Inter Miami has home advantage, as this match will be played in Miami.
Inter Milan is on a three-match unbeaten streak (two wins and one draw).
Al Ahly has scored in eight consecutive matches, including friendlies.
Al Ahly and Inter Miami begin their Club World Cup campaign.
The Club World Cup kicks off in the early hours of Sunday morning with a match between Egyptian champions Al Ahly and American club Inter Miami.
With Palmeiras and Porto joining these teams in Group A, Al Ahly and Inter will consider this match a must-win if they want to have a realistic chance of advancing to the knockout rounds.
Inter Milan has a significant advantage, as this match is expected to feel like home courtesy of their home stadium, Hard Rock Stadium.
Miami has had a mixed season in MLS, but they appear to have regained some of their form ahead of this tournament after two consecutive wins.
An Inter victory seems the most likely option, given their home advantage and the presence of stars such as Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez, and Sergio Busquets in their squad. However, Al Ahly is expected to be a strong contender.
The Egyptians have more experience in this tournament, having finished third in the 2023 edition, despite the new format. Al Ahly have won their last six competitive matches and scored in eight consecutive matches, including a friendly against Pachuca, their Club World Cup opponent. Therefore, Al Ahly are expected to score at least one goal, and a 2-1 Inter victory seems the most likely outcome.