The United States hosted the draw for the inaugural 2025 Club World Cup, which will feature a new expanded format with 32 teams. Africa will be represented by four clubs: Al Ahly (Egypt), Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa), Esperance de Tunis (Tunisia), and Wydad Casablanca (Morocco).
Al Ahly, one of Africa’s most successful football clubs, will be carrying the continent’s hopes in the competition.
The Egyptian giants are no strangers to the Club World Cup, having participated in several editions of its previous format.
Their experience on the global stage positions them as a formidable contender in the new, larger tournament.
Speaking to “Foot Africa,” Egyptian journalist Ahmed Ghonem shared his thoughts on Al Ahly’s prospects in the upcoming competition, particularly their chances of advancing to the round of 16.
As the tournament approaches, the stakes are high for the African representatives, with Al Ahly leading the charge.
Ghonem’s insights offer a glimpse into the expectations surrounding the team, with fans eager to see how the club will fare against a global field of elite clubs.
FIFA’s revamped 32-team Club World Cup will kick off on June 15 with Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami taking on Egypt’s Al Ahly in the opening match.https://t.co/sqrR8F3m13
— News Central TV (@NewsCentralTV) December 6, 2024
