The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup kicks off in style as Inter Miami take on African powerhouses Al Ahly in the opening Group A clash on Sunday night at the Hard Rock Stadium, Florida.

While Messi’s star power grabs headlines, Al Ahly’s rich history and proven consistency in global competitions make this a potential thriller with more than just points on the line.

🔴 Al Ahly Ready to Represent Africa's Best | Home Win= 3.49💵

Al Ahly, the most successful club in African football history, return to the Club World Cup for a record 10th time. Their 12 CAF Champions League titles only trail Real Madrid and Auckland City globally.

After finishing third four times in the last five editions, the Red Devils will be desperate to go one step further, even as they enter this clash with a new coach, Jose Riveiro, following the sacking of Marcel Koller in April.

Despite the managerial change, form is on their side. They’ve won six straight domestic matches and held Pachuca to a 1-1 draw in a recent friendly before narrowly losing on penalties.

⚪️ Inter Miami Seek Home Glory as Messi Roars Back | Away Win = 2.08💵

Inter Miami's rapid rise continues as they make their Club World Cup debut, led by football royalty Lionel Messi, who knows this competition all too well after winning it thrice with Barcelona.

Though their form has been patchy—just four wins in their last 12—the Herons come into the match fresh from back-to-back 4-2 and 5-1 victories over Montreal and Columbus Crew, respectively.

Mascherano’s men are banking on their star-studded spine, with eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi, Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and young talents like Benjamin Cremaschi, to set the tone on home soil.

Owned by David Beckham, the Herons earned their spot via the 2024 MLS Supporters’ Shield to determine a host nation club.

🗝️ Key Players & Team News 📰:

• Al Ahly: Emam Ashour recovered from a thigh scare and starts alongside veterans Taher Mohamed, Achraf Bencharki, and prolific Wessam Abou Ali. New boss Riveiro may tinker, but faith in his experienced core runs deep.

• Inter Miami: Jordi Alba and Gonzalo Luján are doubts after muscle niggles; Oscar Ustari and Tomás Avilés return to contention. Mascherano’s Herons likely stick with 4-4-2 to maximise Messi-Suárez partnership.

🔢 Match Stats & Betting Odds 💵| Draw = 3.82

• Al Ahly are unbeaten in 90 minutes in all their last 6 games in all competitions, while this is their 10th such appearance in the competition. | Specials Market: O/U & GG/NG (Over 2.5 7 Yes) = 2.40

• Inter Miami boast 9 goals in their last two games, winning by at least 2 goals or more (5-1 & 4-2). However, it is their first-ever FIFA Club World Cup cap. | Goals Market: Away O/U (Away Over 1.5) = 1.88

📊Team Form & Predicted Line-ups🧑‍🤝‍🧑:

📈Al Ahly (W W W W W L):

Possible XI: El Shenawy; Hany, Rabia, Ibrahim, Debes; El Solia, Ashour, Ateya; Mohamed, Trezeguet, Abou Ali.

📈Inter Miami (L D L D W W):

Possible XI: Ustari; Weigandt, Falcón, Luján, Allen; Allende, Cremaschi, Busquets, Segovia; Messi, Suárez.

This heavyweight opener blends Al Ahly’s continental mastery with Miami’s Hollywood pedigree. Expect tactical jostling, moments of individual brilliance, and a fevered Florida crowd.

🔗 You can check out & follow the 2025 FIFA CWC game, Al Ahly vs Inter Miami, here on MSport.

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Argentina welcome Colombia to Estadio Mas Monumental on Wednesday morning for a decisive CONMEBOL 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier with contrasting stakes for both teams.

While Lionel Scaloni’s side has already sealed their place at next year’s global finals, Colombia’s campaign hangs in the balance as they cling onto the final automatic qualification spot with Venezuela only 3 points behind and only three games left.

🔵Argentina Seek 5th Straight Home Win in Qualifiers | Home Win = 1.64💵

The Albiceleste continued their dominant run by edging Chile 1-0 last week, extending their overall record to 11 wins in 15 matches and a 10-point cushion at the top of the table.

Despite qualification being secured, Scaloni’s men will want to keep their momentum. They’ve won all four home qualifiers in 2024 and 2025, scoring 3+ goals in three of those, including a 4-1 win over Brazil.

Since losing 2-0 to Uruguay in Buenos Aires in November 2023, Argentina have turned Estadio Mas Monumental into a fortress. Expect another intense showing in front of their home crowd.

🟡Colombia in Danger of Losing Final Spot | Away Win = 5.78💵

Nestor Lorenzo’s side started strong with an eight-game unbeaten run, but since their 2-1 win over Argentina in September, their form has collapsed — just one win in their last seven qualifiers.

Currently sixth with 21 points, Colombia are just three ahead of Venezuela and winless in five games. A loss in Buenos Aires could see their qualification hopes hinge on the final two matchdays.

Having lost to Uruguay, Ecuador, and Brazil recently, Los Cafeteros enter this clash in desperate need of a turnaround, but they face the most daunting task possible.

🗝️Key Players & Team News📰:

Julian Alvarez, who netted the winner against Chile, now has four goals in the qualifiers and remains crucial to Argentina’s fluid attack.

Lionel Messi could return to the starting XI after featuring off the bench last time out. With six goals, he shares the top scorer spot with Colombia’s Luis Diaz, who returns from suspension.

Colombia may be without Jhon Duran after his half-time withdrawal in the last game, but James Rodriguez, with a competition-best five assists and nine big chances created, remains a key playmaker.

🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.61💵

⚽Argentina have won four straight home games in the qualifiers across 2024 and 2025, scoring three or more goals in three of them. | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Over 2.5 = 2.60

⚽The last meeting between the two sides ended 2-1 in favour of Colombia — their last win in the series. | Special Market: Over 2.5 (O/U) & Yes (GG/NG) = 3.00

With Argentina’s place in the finals confirmed and Colombia fighting for survival, expect an intense night at the Monumental. Scaloni’s men want to extend their streak; Lorenzo’s team can’t afford another setback.

🔗 You can check out the FIFA World Cup Qualifier clash, Argentina vs Colombia, on MSport.

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