Egypt’s Al Ahly secured their fourth FIFA Club World Cup bronze medal, prompting effusive praise from the official International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) account.
The historic achievement unfolded as Al Ahly emerged victorious against Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds, triumphing 4-2 in a heated battle for third place at the Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium in Jeddah last Friday.
In a tweet on the official FIFA World Cup account, the prestigious organization exuded admiration: “2006-2020-2021-2023… Al Ahly continues to soar on the FIFA Club World Cup podium.”
Solidifying their dominance over Japanese clubs, the Red Devils clinched their second victory by defeating Urawa, following a prior win against Sanfrecce Hiroshima (2-1).
Throughout their nine tournament appearances, Al Ahly netted an impressive 31 goals, ranking as the second-highest scoring team in the competition’s history, trailing only behind Real Madrid.
Fourteen players contributed to the Red Devils’ goal tally, contrasting with the two goals conceded from their formidable opponents.
This triumph marks the final edition of the Club World Cup in its current format before undergoing an extensive expansion in 2025, featuring the participation of 32 elite teams from around the world.
Al Ahly’s consistent excellence has not only etched their name in history but also underscored their enduring legacy as a football powerhouse on the global stage.
The elation surrounding this achievement reverberates through the football community, celebrating a club that continues to redefine excellence in the beautiful game.
