Al Ahly vs Inter Miami: Club World Cup Prediction (15.06.2025)

On June 15, 2025, at 07:00 WIB, the opening match of the FIFA Club World Cup between Al-Ahly and Inter Miami will take place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, USA. Bookmakers slightly favor the American side. Let’s assess the current form of both teams and offer a match prediction.

Al-Ahly

The Egyptian side is in good form as their domestic league is in full swing. So far, they’ve only played 8 matches in the championship group. By Egyptian football standards, the club is performing very well. Al-Ahly has won their last six league matches with an aggregate score of 21:5. However, when viewed through an international lens, even the Egyptian champions could face challenges. The team plays in a fairly straightforward manner, lacking creativity and speed in attack. Still, they know how to score goals and effectively capitalize on opponents’ defensive mistakes.

It’s worth noting that Al-Ahly is expected to bring their best lineup. For a club not accustomed to huge financial rewards, this tournament is a great opportunity to earn income. Players will also be eager to perform at their best on the world stage, hoping to secure moves to stronger leagues.

Inter Miami

The Herons are competing in this tournament as hosts. There’s no doubt that Hard Rock Stadium will be packed, and most of the 65,000 spectators will be cheering for Inter Miami. The team is also in rhythm since the MLS season is underway. However, Inter Miami has shown inconsistency this season.

Inter Miami boasts a top-tier attack. The duo of Messi and Suárez stands out — they remain a dangerous pair despite their advancing age. Thanks to their attacking prowess, Inter is able to secure results, because their defense is a real mess. Javier Mascherano’s side has conceded goals in each of their last 10 matches. In some games, they’ve let in 3 or 4 goals, with 26 goals conceded in total across those 10 matches. Clearly, the defense is the team’s weakest link.

Statistics and Head-to-Head

There is no head-to-head history between these teams. This will be their first-ever meeting on the pitch, which adds a layer of intrigue.

Prediction

Predicting a winner in the Al-Ahly vs Inter Miami match is tough. On paper, Inter Miami has the more star-studded squad. However, the Egyptian side will come to the tournament highly motivated and eager to make a good impression. Given the huge defensive issues of the MLS side, a bet on Al-Ahly’s individual total over 1 goal looks promising at odds of 1.80.