⚽ Inter Miami 0-0 Al-Ahly: Club World Cup Player Ratings & Match Highlights
The much-anticipated Club World Cup clash between Inter Miami and Al-Ahly ended in a tense 0-0 draw, leaving both fans and neutrals on the edge of their seats. Here’s a full recap of the drama, key moments, and our player ratings for every standout performance!
⏰ Match Summary
The game started at a frenetic pace, with both sides pushing for an early breakthrough. Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi, controlled possession, but Al-Ahly’s defense stood strong. In the second half, chances came thick and fast, but the goalkeepers kept their teams alive, resulting in a goalless stalemate.
⭐ Player Ratings: Inter Miami
- Drake Callender (GK) – 7/10: Solid saves and quick off his line.
- DeAndre Yedlin – 6.5/10: Good energy on the right, solid defensively.
- Sergiy Kryvtsov – 7/10: Organized the backline with composure.
- Jordi Alba – 6.5/10: Dangerous overlaps but missed a big chance.
- Sergio Busquets – 7/10: Dictated play in midfield, calm under pressure.
- Lionel Messi – 6.5/10: Showed flashes of magic, but couldn’t break through.
- Leonardo Campana – 6/10: Worked hard, lacked end product.
⭐ Player Ratings: Al-Ahly
- Mohamed El-Shenawy (GK) – 8/10: Man of the Match—outstanding saves and composure.
- Ali Maaloul – 7/10: Solid at the back and a threat going forward.
- Mohamed Abdelmonem – 7/10: Key interceptions and aerial dominance.
- Hussein El Shahat – 6.5/10: Creative spark but faded late on.
- Percy Tau – 6.5/10: Pressed high, nearly snatched a winner.
- Ahmed Abdelkader – 6/10: Worked hard, few chances to shine.
🎬 Match Highlights
- 15’ – Messi fires a shot narrowly wide after a slick passing move.
- 31’ – El-Shenawy denies Campana with a point-blank save.
- 55’ – Percy Tau hits the crossbar after a fast counter by Al-Ahly.
- 77’ – Busquets comes close with a curling effort from outside the box.
- 90+2’ – Abdelmonem makes a crucial last-ditch tackle to keep it 0-0.
📊 What Does the Result Mean?
Both teams take a point from a hard-fought draw, setting up a tense finish in the group. Inter Miami will look to find more cutting edge up front, while Al-Ahly’s disciplined defense will give them confidence going forward.
💬 Fan Reactions & Social Buzz
Social media exploded with praise for the goalkeepers, while the Messi-Ronaldo debate flared up yet again. Al-Ahly fans celebrated a heroic performance, and Miami fans look forward to the next match.