Porto are yet to win either of their two matches at the Club World Cup. This will be Al Ahly's third meeting with European opposition, yet to taste victory, beaten by Bayern Munich in 2021 and Real Madrid two years later.
Porto vs Al Ahly preview
Both of these two teams are on the brink of Club World Cup elimination, making this clash in East Rutherford must win for both; even that may not be enough. After drawing 0-0 with Palmeiras in their group opener, most expected that Porto would beat Inter Miami in Atlanta on Thursday night, especially when Samu Aghehowa broke the deadlock from the penalty spot inside eight minutes. However, two goals in seven minute immediately after the break, including a majestic, magical Messi free-kick, condemned the Dragões to a potentially terminal 2-1 defeat at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Similarly, Al Ahly drew their opener with Inter Miami, this clash in South Florida also ending goalless. The Red Devils were the beaten by Palmeiras on Thursday lunchtime; Wessam Abou Ali's unfortunate headed own goal breaking the deadlock, before the Brazilian side secured the victory soon after.
Thus, given that both have just one point on the board, Porto and Al Ahly simply must win this one, and hope there is a victor at Hard Rock Stadium simultaneously because, if that is a draw, it'll be Palmeiras and Miami who progress. First and foremost, the Egyptian champions are chasing their first goal of the competition, on what could be a night both are eliminated at MetLife Stadium.
Porto vs Al Ahly head-to-head record
These two clubs have never previously met.
Porto team news
Cláudio Ramos will once again be donning the gloves, as star goalkeeper Diogo Costa continues to angle for a move. Martín Anselmi has named an unchanged lineup for both Club World Cup games to date but, given that they're winless, will he make any changes here?
Porto predicted lineup vs Al Ahly: (4-3-3): Ramos; Fernandes, Zé Pedro, Marcano; João Mário, Varela, Gabri Veiga, Moura; Fábio Vieira, Mora, Aghehowa.
Porto player to watch vs Al Ahly
Samu Aghehowa is the only Porto player to find the net at this tournament so far, slotting home his 26th of the season in Atlanta, and he will be their main goal threat here too.
Al Ahly team news
Al Ahly's star midfielder Emam Ashour is sidelined due to a broken collarbone suffered in the tournament opener, and he'll continue to be a massive miss. Defensive midfielder Marwan Attia is suspended, having been booked in both fixtures so far; Mohamed Magdy is set to come in.
Al Ahly predicted lineup vs Porto: (4-3-3): El-Shenawy; Hany, Ibrahim, Dari, Attiyat Allah; Romdhane, Magdy, Fathy; Zizo, Trézéguet, Abou Ali.
Al Ahly player to watch vs Porto
With Ashour sidelined, new signing Trézéguet is likely to be the Red Devils' main goal threat, so can the former Aston Villa and İstanbul Başakşehir winger show his quality in New Jersey?
Porto vs Al Ahly prediction
We are backing Porto for victory at MetLife Stadium, with Al Ahly's goal-scoring issues set to continue, although it'll remain to be seen if that'll be enough to see them advance: Porto 2-0 Al Ahly.
Porto vs Al Ahly FAQs - FIFA Club World Cup
How to watch Porto vs Al Ahly FIFA Club World Cup game on TV channel?
Porto vs Al Ahly FIFA Club World Cup game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: DAZN UK
- USA: DAZN USA.
- Canada: DAZN Canada
How to watch Porto vs Al Ahly FIFA Club World Cup game on live streaming?
Porto vs Al Ahly FIFA Club World Cup game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: DAZN UK
- USA: DAZN USA.
- Canada: DAZN Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Porto vs Al Ahly in the FIFA Club World Cup?
Porto vs Al Ahly takes place on Monday 23 June 2025, with kick off at 2:00am (BST), 21:00 (EDT) & 18:00 (PDT).