Former Egypt national team star and media personality Ahmed Hassan has revealed a motivational gesture from Mahmoud El-Khatib, President of Al Ahly Sporting Club, toward the first football team ahead of their anticipated clash against Brazil’s Palmeiras in the FIFA Club World Cup.
Hassan stated on his official Facebook page that Captain Mahmoud El-Khatib has decided to allocate special bonuses for the players if they secure a victory in this crucial match. The move comes as part of the club management’s efforts to provide psychological and moral support and boost focus ahead of the decisive encounter.
Al Ahly is preparing to face Palmeiras in the second round of the group stage in the prestigious tournament, scheduled for next Thursday at 7:00 PM Cairo time (12:00 PM US time) at MetLife Stadium in New York.
Al Ahly began their Club World Cup campaign with a goalless draw against Inter Miami in a well-organized defensive performance held at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
The Palmeiras match is considered a tough test for Al Ahly’s ambitions in the tournament, with fans hoping for a historic win to enhance the team’s chances of advancing in a group that includes some of the world’s strongest clubs.