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Yahoo
a day ago
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- Yahoo
Bad weather stops play during CWC clash between Palmeiras and Al Ahly
Palmeiras fans cheer during the FIFA Club World Cup Group A soccer match between Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras and Al Ahly FC at Metlife Stadium. Jonathan Moscrop/CSM via ZUMA Press Wire/dpa Bad weather forced a stoppage in play in a Club World Cup match between Brazilian side Palmeiras and Egyptian champions Al Ahly on Thursday, in the second game to be interrupted in two days. The threat of a serious storm forced English referee Anthony Taylor to send the two teams to the stands, with Palmerias leading 2-0. Advertisement Fans were also told to shelter indoors as the game was interrupted for 50 minutes, but the storm ended up passing the MetLife Stadium by and the game ended with the same scoreline. The New Jersey stadium is set to host the final of the FIFA World Cup next year. On Wednesday, the match between RB Salzburg and Mexican side Pachuca was paused for 99 minutes due to poor weather. The Austrian team ended up 2-1 winners. Palmeiras' Raphael Veiga and Al Ahly's Trezeguet battle for the ball during the FIFA Club World Cup Group A soccer match between Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras and Al Ahly FC at Metlife Stadium. Jonathan Moscrop/CSM via ZUMA Press Wire/dpa Palmeiras' Anibal Moreno leads the protests after the Referee Anthony Taylor showed a red card to Raphael Veiga which was subsequently reduced to a yellow card following a VAR check during the FIFA Club World Cup Group A soccer match between Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras and Al Ahly FC at Metlife Stadium. Jonathan Moscrop/CSM via ZUMA Press Wire/dpa
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Palmeiras vs Al Ahly prediction, odds and betting offer
Palmeiras and Al Ahly will be looking to get the first win in Group A after an overall disappointing display in the first round of fixtures Palmeiras and Al Ahly are set to clash at the MetLife Stadium, in the Club World Cup. With all teams in the group sitting on a point each after the first round, this game presents a golden opportunity for either side to take the reins. Palmeiras, the Brazilian powerhouse, comes into this crucial tie on the back of a goalless draw against Porto in their tournament opener. However, this hasn't dented their impressive form - they've managed to avoid defeat in nine out of their last 11 games across all tournaments, racking up eight victories along the way. Even though they couldn't break down Porto's defence, Palmeiras haven't been shy in front of goal lately. They've racked up 19 goals in their last 11 outings, including a resounding 6-0 thrashing of Sporting Cristal. Their gaffer, Abel Ferreira, will undoubtedly be eager to see his team replicate that scoring prowess and seize control of this evenly balanced group. Al Ahly, on the other hand, will be ruing their missed opportunities in their opening match where they were held to a goalless draw by Inter Miami. The Egyptian giants had the upper hand for most of the first half and even had a penalty chance through Trezeguet, but unfortunately couldn't capitalise. However, Al Ahly have been on a roll recently, staying unbeaten in nine out of their last ten games across all competitions. Before their frustrating draw with Inter Miami, Jose Riviero's squad had netted an impressive 23 goals in just nine matches, including a 6-0 demolition of Pharco. Palmeiras vs Al Ahly Palmeiras - 13/25 Draw - 10/3 Al Ahly - 6/1 18+ | Gamble responsibly | | Odds subject to change Palmeiras vs Al Ahly Betting Tips Vitor Roque - 9/2 Palmeiras to win to nil - 13/10 18+ | Gamble responsibly | | Odds subject to change Palmeiras vs Al Ahly If you are on the lookout for the latest free bet offers, then look no further. Here, not only do we bring you numerous free bet offers, but all from the very best betting sites in the industry. Each bookie we recommend is fully licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission, so you know you are always betting on a safe and trustworthy site. Check out the Mirror Betting Hubs Free Bets offers here. Gamble responsibly Reach plc is committed to promoting safer gambling. All of our content and recommended bets are advised to those aged 18 or over. Odds are subject to change too. We strongly encourage our readers to only ever bet what they can afford to lose. For more information, please call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or visit
Free Malaysia Today
5 days ago
- Sport
- Free Malaysia Today
Messi denied late winner in Club World Cup opener
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi also went close in the 64th minute with a freekick that grazed the post. (AP pic) MIAMI GARDENS : Lionel Messi and Inter Miami were held to a 0-0 draw by Egyptian side Al Ahly today as Fifa's new 32-team tournament got off to a smooth start in front of 60,927 fans in Florida. Messi was denied a storybook stoppage-time winner when he saw his curling shot from 20 yards out tipped onto the bar by Mohamed El Shenawy as Miami piled on the pressure in the final minutes of the game. Al Ahly, who were cheered on by over 10,000 of their supporters, were left to rue a first half penalty from Egypt international Trezeguet which was saved by Miami's Argentine keeper Oscar Ustari. But the Egyptians also had El Shenawy to thank for another fine save in the dying seconds to keep out a header from Maxi Falcon as Miami pushed for three points in the Group A clash. For organisers Fifa, who have faced heavy scepticism over the necessity for the tournament, the absence of a goal was the only disappointment on a night that delivered everything else that their president Gianni Infantino had hoped for from the opening night. Fears of a low crowd for the opener eased as the seats in the 64,000 venue began to fill up with the stadium almost full at kickoff time. Thousands of fans of Al Ahly, record 12 times African Champions League winner and 45-time league champions of Egypt, arrived at Hard Rock Stadium well ahead of kickoff and made their presence felt with singing and chanting. The stadium, home to the NFL's Miami Dolphins, witnessed chaotic scenes last year at the final of the Copa America between Argentina and Colombia where fans broke into the ground after long delays to enter. But there was an efficient filter system set up for ticket and security checks well away from the stadium perimeter and there were no signs of any problems. Nor was there any indication of the controversial crackdown on illegal immigrants from US President Donald Trump's administration having any impact on the game in the heavily Hispanic South Florida community. This is the first edition of the new expanded format for the tournament which features clubs from every continent and concludes with the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 13. Infantino has called the competition a 'new era for football' bringing globalisation to the club game but critics have said it adds to an already congested calendar. While there were no goals to celebrate, the game was far from boring with Al Ahly enjoying the better of the first half before Miami improved significantly after the break. Al Ahly opened up Miami's defence with ease in the opening minutes of the game and Emam Ashour was denied by Ustari after being put through by Trezeguet. Palestine international striker Wessam Abou Ali had an effort ruled out for offside in the 31st minute and then the Denmark-born forward had a fierce strike tipped over by Ustari. The penalty came when Telasco Segovia bundled over Zizo but Trezeguet's spotkick was weak and parried out with the former Aston Villa forward unable to react fast enough to the rebound. Miami were stronger after the break with Messi going close in the 64th minute with a freekick that grazed the post before hitting the side-netting, tricking part of the crowd into thinking he had scored. He nearly did in stoppage-time, after a well-worked short-corner but the outstretched fingertip of El Shenawy was to deny him. Miami face Porto in Atlanta on Friday before returning home to face Brazil's Palmeiras on Tuesday.
News18
5 days ago
- Sport
- News18
FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Lionel Messi's Inter Miami Held By Al Ahly In Curtain Raiser
Last Updated: The MLS side and the Egyptian heavyweights shared the spoils in the opener of the 32-team group and knockout event. Lionel Messi's Inter Miami were held to a goalless draw by Al Ahly in the opener of the revamped edition of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Sunday. The MLS side and the Egyptian heavyweights shared the spoils in the opener of the 32-team group and knockout event. Miami were without the services of full-back Jordi Alba and midfielder Yannick Bright in the opener as Javier Mascherano's men looked to the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner to make the difference. The Argentine went close multiple times, including a free kick that hit the wrong side of the net before seeing a brilliant curling effort in second-half added time tipped over the bar by the Egyptian outfit's custodian, Mohamed El Shenawy. Miami keeper Oscar Ustari saved his side from disappointment in the first half of the game as he managed to keep out the spot kick from Egyptian Trezeguet. Inter Miami owner and the recently knighted Sir David Beckham was in attendance at the stadium for the game alongside legendary Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger. Despite the lack of goals, the match was engaging, with Al Ahly dominating the first half before Miami significantly improved after the interval. Al Ahly easily broke through Miami's defence in the opening minutes, and Emam Ashour was denied by Ustari after being set up by Trezeguet. In the 31st minute, Palestine international striker Wessam Abou Ali's effort was ruled out for offside, and shortly after, his powerful shot was tipped over by Ustari. A penalty was awarded when Telasco Segovia fouled Zizo, but Trezeguet's weak spot kick was parried away, and the former Aston Villa forward couldn't react quickly enough to the rebound. Miami showed strength after the break, with Messi nearly scoring in the 64th minute from a free-kick that grazed the post before hitting the side-netting, tricking part of the crowd into thinking he had scored. Inter Miami Starting XI: Oscar Ustari, Ian Fray, Tomas Aviles, Maximiliano Falcon, Noah Allen, Tadeo Allende, Federico Redondo, Sergio Busquets, Telasco Segovia, Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez Al Ahly Starting XI: El Shenawy, Koka, Dari, Yasser, Hany, Hamdy, Marawaan, Ben Romdhane, Emam, Trezeguet, Wessam First Published:
Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Messi denied late winner in Club World Cup
Al Ahly's Marwan Attia and Inter Miami's Lionel Messi fight for the ball during the opening game of the Club World Cup. PHOTO: AFP Lionel Messi and Inter Miami were held to a 0-0 draw by Egyptian side Al Ahly on Saturday as FIFA's new 32-team tournament got off to a smooth start in front of 60,927 fans in Florida. Messi was denied a storybook stoppage-time winner when he saw his curling shot from 20 yards out tipped on to the bar by Mohamed El Shenawy as Miami piled on the pressure in the final minutes of the game. Al Ahly, who were cheered on by over 10,000 of their supporters, were left to rue a first-half penalty from Egypt international Trezeguet which was saved by Miami's Argentine keeper Oscar Ustari. But the Egyptians also had El Shenawy to thank for another fine save in the dying seconds to keep out a header from Maxi Falcon as Miami pushed for three points in the Group A clash. For organisers FIFA, who have faced heavy skepticism over the necessity for the tournament, the absence of a goal was the only disappointment on a night that delivered everything else that their president Gianni Infantino had hoped for from the opening night. Fears of a low crowd for the opener eased as the seats in the 64,000 venue began to fill up with the stadium almost full at kick-off time. Thousands of fans of Al Ahly, record 12 times African Champions League winner and 45-time league champions of Egypt, arrived at Hard Rock Stadium well ahead of kick-off and made their presence felt with singing and chanting. The stadium, home to the NFL's Miami Dolphins, witnessed chaotic scenes last year at the final of the Copa America between Argentina and Colombia where fans broke into the ground after long delays to enter. But there was an efficient filter system set up for ticket and security checks well away from the stadium perimeter and there were no signs of any problems. Nor was there any indication of the controversial crackdown on illegal immigrants from US President Donald Trump's administration having any impact on the game in the heavily Hispanic South Florida community. While there were no goals to celebrate, the game was far from boring with Al Ahly enjoying the better of the first half before Miami improved significantly after the break. Al Ahly opened up Miami's defence with ease in the opening minutes of the game and Emam Ashour was denied by Ustari after being put through by Trezeguet. Palestine international striker Wessam Abou Ali had an effort ruled out for offside in the 31st minute and then the Denmark-born forward had a fierce strike tipped over by Ustari. The penalty came when Telasco Segovia bundled over Zizo but Trezeguet's spot kick was weak and parried out with the former Aston Villa forward unable to react fast enough to the rebound. Miami were stronger after the break with Messi going close in the 64th minute with a free-kick which grazed the post before hitting the side-netting, tricking part of the crowd into thinking he had scored. He nearly did in stoppage time, after a well-worked short-corner but the outstretched finger tip of El Shenawy was to deny him. Miami face Porto in Atlanta on Thursday before returning home to face Brazil's Palmeiras on Monday and while those should be tougher tests, their Argentina coach Javier Mascherano was upbeat. "The truth is we leave with the feeling that we could have won it in the second half. Going forward we have to do what we did in the second half, not have any fear, shed whatever baggage we had because when we play like that, we can play even with any team," he said. Al Ahly's Spanish coach Jose Riveiro, who only took charge of the team for this tournament, said his team should have finished the game off in the first half. "It's a game of mistakes. We had a decent amount of chances in the first half to put the game in a different space," he said before praising the team's fans.
