Pre-match review Palmeiras vs Al Ahly
The match between Palmeiras and Al Ahly is considered the “final” of the group because the two teams are expected to compete directly for a ticket to the round of 16. Before entering the match, Palmeiras and Al Ahly both received regrettable results.
Palmeiras failed to break down Porto's defence despite creating more scoring chances, while Al Ahly also missed out on three points against Inter Miami, as they wasted a penalty. This was a rare occasion where Trezeguet was heavily criticised for missing the penalty.
He was only third in line to take the penalty but stepped up and took the chance. The 30-year-old striker ended up being heavily penalized. "Trezeguet was penalized for disobeying the technical team, and he accepted it. Even if he had scored from the penalty, he would have been penalized," said assistant Emad El Nahhas.
To serve the goal of winning against Palmeiras, Al Ahly must certainly tighten their attacking discipline. The players of this club showed improvisation and lack of coordination in the opening match. In many situations, they showed individualism, even taking the penalty kicks from their teammates, as in the case of Trezeguet. That is why Al Ahly wasted their opportunities.
Meanwhile, in defense, the Egyptian club can rest assured because defense has always been their strong point. In 11 matches participating in the FIFA Club World Cup, Al Ahly has kept 6 clean sheets. This is their 10th FIFA Club World Cup, and the Egyptian team has enough experience to continue to maintain their position.
Form, head-to-head history Palmeiras vs Al Ahly
This is the third meeting between the two teams. Palmeiras won 2-0 in the 2021 semi-final. A year earlier, the two also faced each other in the third-place match, which was won by Al Ahly.
This is a detail that shows the balance between the two teams is very balanced. In theory, the South American club is considered stronger, but Al Ahly is still stubborn and annoying enough to be ready to stop any opponent. Flamengo can easily defeat Tunis, Man City can easily take points from Wydad, but the third African representative, Al Ahly, has enough experience and courage to make a difference in the FIFA Club World Cup. Remember, they are the team that has played the most matches in the FIFA Club World Cup, with 26 times.
In the last 4 times, Al Ahly have come up empty-handed against Brazilian clubs, but believe that tonight will be an exception, because Palmeiras' form is not high (only 1 win in the last 4 matches).
Expected lineup Palmeiras vs Al Ahly
Palmeiras: Weverton; Giay, Gomez, Cerqueira; Anderson, Rios, Moreno, Piquerez; Estevao, Mauricio, Roque.
Al Ahly: El Shenawy; Hany, Dari, Ibrahim, Kouka; Ben Romdhane, Attia, Fathi; Zizo, Trezeguet, Ali.
Score prediction: Palmeiras 1-2 Al Ahly
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Dang Lai
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