The Al Ahly Club is preparing for an eagerly anticipated and tough match tonight, Thursday, when they face Brazilian team Palmeiras in the second round of the group stage of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. The tournament is hosted by the United States, featuring 32 teams from across the globe representing the champions of various continents.

Al Ahly, the African champions, aim to achieve a positive result that keeps them at the forefront of the competition for one of the two qualifying spots to the next round, especially after their goalless draw in the opening match against Inter Miami. Therefore, winning or drawing this match is vital for continuing their journey.

On the other hand, Palmeiras, the South American champions, enter the match looking for their first victory in the tournament after starting with a goalless draw against FC Porto from Portugal. Palmeiras hopes to demonstrate their strength and justify their place among the world’s top football clubs, boasting a strong lineup of stars eager to lead the team to a global title.
The match will kick off at 7:00 PM Cairo time at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, with an expected attendance from Egyptian and Arab communities living in the United States, adding an enthusiastic and special atmosphere to the game.

The match will be broadcast live on “MBC Masr 2” (frequency 11824 - Vertical - 27500) and “MBC Action” (frequency 11471 - Vertical - 27500), in addition to the “DAZN” streaming platform, which offers free viewing at low quality with an option to subscribe for higher quality.

This confrontation is considered a real test of Al Ahly’s technical and physical abilities against a strong international rival. It marks a significant milestone in their quest to achieve a new accomplishment in the current edition of the Club World Cup, amid an atmosphere of tension and excitement expected to captivate football fans worldwide.