Tue Oct 29 16:30:00 UTC 2024: ## Al Ahly to Face Al Ain in FIFA Club World Cup Qualifier

**Cairo, Egypt** – Egyptian giants Al Ahly will host UAE champions Al Ain in a crucial qualifier for the FIFA Club World Cup on Tuesday at Cairo Stadium. The match, kicking off at 9pm UAE time, will determine which team advances to face the winner of the Pachuca vs. Copa Libertadores champion matchup on November 30th.

Both Al Ahly and Al Ain are reigning champions of their respective continental tournaments, having won the African and Asian Champions League titles respectively. While Al Ain already secured a 6-2 victory against Auckland City in their opening match, this will be Al Ahly’s first appearance in the tournament.

The two teams have never faced each other before, making this a historic encounter. Al Ahly enters the match with high morale after winning the Egyptian Super Cup last week.

Al Ain arrived in Cairo on Monday and will undergo a training session at the Cairo Stadium ahead of the match.

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