Here’s a streamlined match preview and prediction for Palmeiras vs Al Ahly Cairo in their second Group A clash at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, happening today, June 19, 2025, at MetLife Stadium:

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• Background & Head-to-Head

• They've met twice before in Club World Cup play: one 0–0 draw and one 2–0 Palmeiras win (Feb 2021 & 2022).

• Previously, Palmeiras won 2–0 in a semi-final; Al Ahly’s best result was a scoreless draw .

• Current Form & Stakes

• Both teams drew their openers: Palmeiras 0–0 vs Porto; Al Ahly 0–0 vs Inter Miami.

• Palmeiras: strong attack led by Estêvão (MVP of opener), but their rear remains a little shaky.

• Al Ahly: solid defensively, though missing Emam Ashour through injury; prolific in Africa and undefeated in 9.

• Markets & Probabilities

• Win Prediction: Palmeiras favored — ~45–63% win probability, odds around -167 to 1.57.

• Goals Insight: Likely under 2.5 goals, with both teams scoring seen as improbable (~19%).

• BTTS: Overwhelming forecast is No—many expect only one side to score .

• Tactical Take

• Expect cautious play from both, with tight defenses likely to outweigh aggressive offense.

• Palmeiras may edge possession and dictate tempo, while Al Ahly rely on structured defense and counter-attacks.

• Final Prediction

• Likely Score: Palmeiras 1–0 Al Ahly — or a low-scoring 2–0.

• Key Betting Angles:

  • Palmeiras to win

  • Under 2.5 goals

  • Both Teams to Score: No