Al Ahly defeated Al Ain 3-0 in the FIFA African-Asian-Pacific Cup, propelling them one step closer to a dream FIFA Intercontinental Cup™ final against Real Madrid.
The Cairo Giants will now face either Pachuca or the CONMEBOL Libertadores champions in the FIFA Intercontinental semi-final at Stadium 974 in Doha on December 14. The winner of that match will then challenge Real Madrid for the Intercontinental title at Lusail Stadium on December 18.
Al Ahly dominated proceedings at Cairo International Stadium from the start. In the 32nd minute, Yahia Nader's careless backpass was intercepted by Wessam Abou Ali, who calmly slotted the ball past Khalid Eisa.
After the break, Emam Ashour showcased his skill with a stunning volley to double Al Ahly's lead. Hernan Crespo responded by introducing Matias Segovia, but Al Ain struggled to create any significant scoring opportunities against a resolute Al Ahly defense led by Rami Rabia.
Late in the game, Omar Kamal was fouled in the box, and Mohamed Afsha converted the penalty to seal the 3-0 victory.
Women's T20 brings India's first gold of Asian Games 2026
India survive Japan scare in rain-hit T20 International
F1 commission agrees to shorter races from 2027
Spain extend coach Luis de la Fuente to 2032
Infantino says he is open to talks over FIFA reform
