Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami and Egypt’s Al Ahly Battle to Scoreless Draw in Club World Cup Opener
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JUN 15 – Both teams created multiple chances but failed to score as goalkeepers Oscar Ustari and Mohamed El Shenawy made crucial saves in front of nearly 61,000 fans, officials said.
- Inter Miami and Egypt's Al Ahly played a scoreless draw on June 14, 2025, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup opening fixture.
- The match was critical as both teams aimed to secure three points for progression in Group A, with Inter Miami missing their usual starting goalkeeper due to injury.
- Al Ahly dominated early and earned a penalty two minutes before halftime, but Inter Miami's backup goalkeeper Oscar Ustari saved the spot kick from Trezeguet, who is 38 years old.
- Inter Miami had 11 shots with four on target and 44% possession, while Al Ahly held 56% possession and nine shots; Ustari was named Man of the Match for his critical saves.
- The draw leaves Palmeiras and Porto as Group A favorites, with Inter Miami and Al Ahly needing wins in upcoming matches to stay in knockout contention.
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