The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Opening match of Group A between Al Ahly vs Inter Miami will be played on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 20:00 local time at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. Al Ahly reached a historic tournament after winning the 2020/21, 2022/23 and 2023/24 CAF Champions Leagues and Inter Miami is qualified as a host nation and wins the 2024 Supporters’ Shield in the most prestigious United States and Canada Major League Soccer tournaments.
Al Ahly, making their record-extending 10th appearance, bring a wealth of continental experience, while Inter Miami are aiming to become the first Major League Soccer club to lift this coveted trophy.
Al Ahly, boasting a record number of CAF Champions League titles, have consistently performed on the world stage. Known for their disciplined defence and tactical organisation, they’ve become a regular presence at the Club World Cup. This year, they enter the final with confidence after eliminating Asia’s top club, Al Hilal, with a solid 2–0 win in the semifinal.
Inter Miami, on the other hand, have created history by becoming the first MLS club to reach the final. With big names like Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, and Luis Suárez in the squad, the American side adds star power and flair to this year’s tournament. Their thrilling 3–2 victory over Atlético Mineiro in the semifinal, with Messi scoring twice, has raised hopes for a historic win.
This FIFA Club World Cup Group A match is more than just an Opening match—it’s a battle between experience and ambition. Al Ahly will rely on players like Mohamed El-Shenawy, Ali Maâloul, and Amr El-Solia, while Inter Miami’s chances will largely rest on Messi’s magic and a strong midfield led by Federico Redondo.
2025 FIFA Club World Cup: Al Ahly vs Inter Miami
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| Date | Teams | Score | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 June 2025 8:00 pm ET / 5:00 pm PT / 1:00 am BST | Al Ahly vs Inter Miami | – | Hard Rock Stadium |
Al Ahly vs Inter Miami 2025 FIFA Club World Cup
- Al Ahly Possible Starting XI Prediction: (4-3-3)
- Goalkeeper: Mohamed El-Shenawy
- Defenders: Mohamed Hany (RB), Mohamed Abdelmonem (CB), Yasser Ibrahim (CB), Ali Maaloul (LB)
- Midfielders: Marwan Attia (CDM, Emam Ashour (CM), Mohamed Magdy “Afsha” (CAM)
- Forwards: Achraf Bencharki (RW), Wessam Abou Ali (ST), Taher Mohamed (LW)
- Inter Miami Possible Starting XI Prediction: (4-3-3)
- Goalkeeper: Oscar Ustari
- Defenders: Ian Fray (RB), Maximiliano Falcón (CB), Tomás Avilés (CB), Jordi Alba (LB)
- Midfielders: Sergio Busquets (CM), Federico Redondo (CM) and Telasco Segovia (CAM)
- Forwards: Lionel Messi (RW), Luis Suárez (ST), Tadeo Allende (LW)
| Al Ahly Full Squad | Inter Miami full squad |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: Mohamed El-Shennawy, Mostafa Shobeir, Mohamed Ahmed, Mostafa Makhlouf Defenders: Yasser Ibrahim, Achraf Dari, Mostafa el-Aash, Omar Kamal, Ahmed Ramadan, Mohamed Hani, Ahmed ‘Kouka’ Nabil, Yahya Attiat Allah, Karim el-Debes, Khaled Abdel-Fattah Midfielders: Marwan Attia, Hamdi Fathi, Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane, Mahmoud Hassan, Aliou Dieng, Emam Ashour, Ahmed Reda Hashem, Taher Mohamed, Hussein El-Shahat, Mohamed Magdy Forwards: Wessam Abou Ali, Achraf Bencharki, Nejc Gradisar | Goalkeepers: Drake Callender, Rocco Rios Novo, Oscar Ustari, William Yarbrough Defenders: Jordi Alba, Noah Allen, Tomas Aviles, Israel Boatwright, Maximiliano Falcon, Ian Fray, Gonzalo Lujan, Tyler Hall, David Martinez, Ryan Sailor, Marcelo Weigandt Midfielders: Yannick Bright, Sergio Busquets, Benjamin Cremaschi, Santiago Morales, Federico Redondo, Baltasar Rodriguez, David Ruiz, Telasco Segovia Forwards: Leo Afonso, Tadeo Allende, Lionel Messi, Allen Obando, Fafa Picault, Luis Suarez |
Match Score Prediction
Expect a cagey opening as Al Ahly’s disciplined defence meets Inter Miami’s star-studded attack. A 2–1 victory for Inter Miami feels on the cards, with Messi’s creativity likely to unlock the African champions.
Al Ahly vs Inter Miami Final Match Score Prediction: Al Ahly 1-2 Inter Miami
Head-to-Head & Tactical Analysis
- First Ever Meeting
This will be the first competitive encounter between Al Ahly and Inter Miami.- Al Ahly has extensive Club World Cup experience (9 appearances, 3rd place in 2006 and 2020).
- Inter Miami makes its Club World Cup debut.
| Total Matches | Al Ahly Wins | Inter Miami Wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Match Information
All the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Teams are participating from 6 federations and both the below teams are from different federation.
| Teams | Country | Qualified as |
|---|---|---|
| Al Ahly | Egypt | CAF Champions League winner |
| Inter Miami | United States | Host |
Key Players to Watch
- Mohamed El-Shenawy – veteran goalkeeper whose leadership has been crucial in tight African finals.
- Lionel Messi – the Argentine maestro aims to add another Club World Cup winner’s medal to his cabinet.
- Luis Suárez – one of the greatest soccer player and best stickers of squad.
- Ali Maâloul – Al Ahly’s attacking left-back, known for pinpoint crosses.
- Federico Redondo – the young Paraguayan midfielder anchoring Miami’s engine room.
How to Watch
USA: DAZN
UK & Europe: DAZN
Middle East & North Africa: DAZN
Live streaming is the most important thing of the tournaments. Here are 2025 FIFA Club World Cup TV Schedule EST and 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Fixtures for broadcasting in the USA, and other countries.
Live Streaming
| Country | TV Channel(s) | Streaming Platform(s) |
|---|---|---|
| USA | TNT/TBS/truTV (24 matches via Warner Bros. Discovery) | DAZN (all 63 matches, free globally) |
| Canada | DAZN | DAZN |
| UK | Channel 5 (23 matches) | DAZN |
| Australia | Fox Sports / Kayo Sports | DAZN |
| India | Eurosport India | FanCode |
Match Prediction
Where to watch the Al Ahly vs Inter Miami in the USA?
You can watch the 2025 FIFA Club World cup opening match between Al Ahly and Inter Miami on DAZN, and Spanish-language broadcasts also available on DAZN in the U.S.
Where is Al Ahly vs Inter Miami?
Al Ahly vs Inter Miami will take place at Hard Rock Stadium located in Miami Gardens , Florida at 20:00 on June 14, 2025.
