Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras will face Al Ahly FC in a Group A fixture of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group Stage today, Thursday, June 19th, 2025. This match is being held at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States. Kick-off is at 12:00 PM ET (9:00 AM PT local time in the US). For viewers in Kochi, Kerala, India, this translates to **9:30 PM IST on Thursday, June 19th, 2025**.
Recent Form (Last 5 Competitive Matches)
Palmeiras: D-W-W-W-W (Overall: 4 Wins, 1 Draw, 0 Losses – *Their last match was a 0-0 draw against Porto in the CWC opener*)
Al Ahly: D-W-W-W-W (Overall: 4 Wins, 1 Draw, 0 Losses – *Their last match was a 0-0 draw against Inter Miami in the CWC opener*)
Head-to-Head (All-Time)
Palmeiras and Al Ahly have met twice before in competitive matches, both in previous editions of the FIFA Club World Cup:
- **2021 FIFA Club World Cup Semi-Final:** Palmeiras 2-0 Al Ahly
- **2020 FIFA Club World Cup Third-Place Play-off:** Al Ahly 0-0 Palmeiras (Al Ahly won 3-2 on penalties)
The head-to-head record stands at 1 win for Palmeiras, 0 wins for Al Ahly, and 1 draw (with Al Ahly winning the penalty shootout).
Team News
Palmeiras: The Brazilian champions and three-time Copa Libertadores winners will be looking for their first goals in the tournament after a goalless draw against Porto. They are considered strong contenders and will rely on the likes of Estêvão, who impressed in their opening match. Key players like Weverton, Gustavo Gómez, and Vitor Roque are expected to start. Palmeiras is expected to be at full strength.
Al Ahly: The Egyptian giants, 12-time CAF Champions League winners, also opened their campaign with a goalless draw against Inter Miami, missing a penalty in that match. They suffered a significant blow with star attacker Emam Ashour ruled out for the remainder of the tournament due to a broken collarbone. Coach José Riveiro will rely on players like Zizo and Mahmoud Trézéguet to provide attacking impetus. New signing Wessam Abou Ali will also be crucial.
Predicted Lineups
Palmeiras (3-4-2-1): Weverton; Giay, Gustavo Gómez, Murilo; Felipe Anderson, Aníbal Moreno, Richard Ríos, Joaquín Piquerez; Mauricio, Estêvão; Vitor Roque.
Al Ahly (4-3-3): Mohamed El-Shenawi; Mohamed Hany, Yasser Ibrahim, Achraf Dari, Nabil Koka; Mohamed Romdhane, Marwan Attia, Hamdi Fathi; Zizo, Trézéguet, Wessam Abou Ali.
Match Facts
- This is a Group A match of the inaugural expanded FIFA Club World Cup 2025.
- Palmeiras qualified as the 2021 Copa Libertadores winner.
- Al Ahly qualified as the 2020/21 and 2022/23 CAF Champions League winner.
- Group A also includes MLS side Inter Miami and Portuguese giants FC Porto.
- Both teams secured 0-0 draws in their opening matches of the tournament.
- MetLife Stadium in New Jersey is one of the designated venues for the tournament.
Score Prediction
This match is pivotal for both teams to gain an advantage in Group A, especially after their opening draws. Palmeiras, being in mid-season, might have a slight edge in match fitness and their attacking talent, particularly Estêvão, is potent. Al Ahly, despite the setback of losing Emam Ashour, are tactically disciplined and will be hard to break down. This promises to be a tight affair, with Palmeiras likely to find a way to get the win. Prediction: Palmeiras 1-0 Al Ahly.
Where to Watch
The match starts at 9:30 PM IST today, Thursday, June 19th, 2025. Here’s where you can watch:
- In the United Kingdom: DAZN (and DAZN website/app). All 63 matches are free to view on DAZN globally (excluding Belarus, Cuba, China, Iran, North Korea, Russia, Syria).
- In the United States: DAZN (Free on DAZN app). Select matches also on TNT, TBS, and TruTV (check local listings for this specific match).
- In India: The match will be live-streamed on the **DAZN website**. It is **not expected to be telecast on traditional TV channels** in India.
- Check your local listings for other broadcasters globally.
Free Ways to Watch Palmeiras vs Al Ahly Live Streaming
As mentioned, DAZN is broadcasting all 63 matches of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 **free to view globally** (with some territorial exceptions), requiring only an email address to register for a free account. Always ensure you are using legal and reliable sources for streaming.
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