Al Ahly manager Jose Riveiro has revealed his side's targets for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Al Ahly will play the opening match of the Club World Cup against host representatives Inter Miami on Saturday, 14 June at the Hard Rock Stadium in Florida.
The African giants will also need to overcome fellow Group A opponents Palmeiras of Brazil, as well as Portuguese giants FC Porto.
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It will be new Al Ahly manager Riveiro’s first assignment, and the Spaniard has set a target for his side to at least progress beyond the group stage.
Speaking via Al Ahly's official website, Riveiro explained: "Our goal at this stage is to qualify for the round of 16 as a first step. We want to achieve positive results and we are seriously preparing for the first match against Inter Miami.
"Al Ahly is a great club, with supporters all over the world. We know that many fans expect positive results from us, and we will do everything to make them proud."
Riveiro also commented on the threat posed by Inter Miami’s eight-time Ballon d'Or winner, Lionel Messi.
The former Orlando Pirates boss said: "Of course, Lionel Messi has won everything; some consider him the greatest player in history. This means we will have to put in a big effort in this match.
"That said, we are happy to face him, but that doesn't diminish the value of the other Inter Miami players. We are preparing to face the entire team, not just one player."
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