Jeddah, December 17, 2023, The Egyptian powerhouse, Al-Ahly football team, is set to continue its quest in the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup as it prepares to face the Brazilian team, Fluminense, in the semi-final at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah tomorrow.
Al-Ahly, a formidable force and historical champion in African football is determined to build on its impressive performance, having secured a victory in the Arab derby against the Saudi counterpart Al-Ittihad Club with a convincing score of 3-1. This triumph unfolded amidst more than 56,000 spectators in the Red Sea resort city of Jeddah last Friday.
Under the guidance of Swiss coach Marcel Koller, the Egyptian team is eager to surmount the challenge posed by the South American champion, Fluminense. The Brazilian squad, making its debut in the tournament, clinched the Copa Libertadores title by defeating Boca Juniors 2-1 in a thrilling final at Maracana Stadium in Brazil, under the leadership of coach Fernando Diniz.
Both teams set their sights on advancing to the final and potentially facing the winner of the other semi-final clash between European champion Manchester City and Asian champion Urawa of Japan. This decisive encounter is scheduled for Tuesday at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium.
The victor of Tuesday’s match will achieve a historic qualification for the final of the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup, marking a significant milestone in the tournament's twentieth edition. This year's Club World Cup, making its debut in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is set to captivate football enthusiasts from December 12 to 22, 2023.
