Taher Mohamed says Al-Ahly are determined to leave a lasting impression at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the United States, with a historic run to the final firmly in their sights.
Speaking ahead of the tournament, the Egyptian international outlined the ambitions of the Cairo-based giants, who have already arrived on American soil to begin preparations.
Mohamed, now 28, made no secret of the club’s lofty targets.
“Al-Ahly’s ambitions for the World Cup? We participated in the previous edition and always dreamed of reaching the final,” he said. “In football, all scenarios are possible. It may be that after three or four matches, we have not reached the final. But in a tournament like this, if we reach the final, this moment will remain etched in history forever, with the whole world watching.”
Al-Ahly are no strangers to international competition, having taken part in several Club World Cups in the past.
But for Mohamed and his teammates, the goal this time around is clear — make it to the final and seize the chance to write a new chapter in the club’s decorated history.
The challenge will be fierce, with the expanded format of the tournament bringing together top sides from every continent.
However, Mohamed believes the team is capable of rising to the occasion.
His confidence has not been shaken by the arrival of new competition in the squad, particularly the signing of fellow Egyptian winger Zizo.
Rather than viewing him as a threat, Mohamed welcomes the added depth and experience.
“Having a player like Zizo doesn’t harm me. I think having several quality players in the same position enriches my game,” he explained. “If they do something I don’t, I’ll learn from them. All the wingers in the team have already played for the national team, like Trezeguet, whose value is undeniable. The same goes for Zizo and Hussein El-Shahat. I appreciate the strong competition because it pushes me to give the best of myself.”
Al-Ahly’s squad is packed with talent and experience, and as the team prepares to take on some of the world’s biggest clubs, Taher Mohamed’s words underline a collective belief that they can do more than just compete — they can make history.
