Al Ahly vs Palmeiras: official line-ups (Club World Cup)

Kick-off imminent: here are the starting line-ups for Al Ahly and Palmeiras
Africa 19 June 2025 at 11:13
Mohamed Rek
Mohamed Rek
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Al Ahly vs Palmeiras: official line-ups (Club World Cup)
Al Ahly vs Palmeiras: official line-ups (Club World Cup)

With less than an hour to go before kick-off in their second match of the 2025 Club World Cup, Al Ahly take on Palmeiras this Thursday, June 19, at MetLife Stadium.

This crucial Group A clash features two ambitious sides.

The Egyptian club, known as "the Red Fortress," opened the tournament with a 0-0 draw against Inter Miami. José Ribeiro's men are now looking for a win against the Brazilians to move closer to qualification for the next round.

Official Al Ahly line-up vs Palmeiras

Goalkeeper: Mohamed El Shenawy

Defenders: Mohamed Hany, Achraf Dari, Yasser Ibrahim, Yahia Attiat-Allah

Midfielders: Marwan Attia, Hamdy Fathy, Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane

Forwards: Ahmed Zizo, Wissam Abu Ali, Mahmoud Hassan "Trezeguet".


Official Palmeiras line-up vs Al Ahly


Palmeiras, who also played out a goalless draw against FC Porto on matchday one, have made a few minor changes to their starting eleven, especially up front, according to manager Abel Ferreira's choices.

Official Palmeiras line-up:

Goalkeeper: Weverton

Defenders: Agustín Giay, Murilo, Gustavo Gómez (captain), Joaquín Piquerez

Midfielders: Aníbal Moreno, Richard Ríos, Raphael Veiga

Forwards: Facundo Torres, Vitor Roque, Estêvão



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