FC Porto vs Al Ahly Predictions

FC Porto vs Al Ahly predictions for Tuesday’s Club World Cup fixture. Porto, favourites despite a 2-1 loss to Inter Miami, face Al Ahly at MetLife Stadium needing a win to reach the FIFA Club World Cup knockout stages. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

FIFA Club World Cup | June 23 2025 at 2:00 am UK at Estadio Do Dragao

FC Porto vs Al Ahly Predictions

Can Porto Edge Past Al Ahly in a Tense Club World Cup Decider?

• Drought alert: Al Ahly have failed to score in either of their Club World Cup matches, managing just 0.29 xG against Palmeiras.
• Dragging the Dragons: Porto have mustered only six shots on target across their two group games, struggling to translate possession into pressure.
• Unders everywhere: Six of Al Ahly’s last seven away fixtures have seen under 2.5 goals, reflecting their cautious approach on the road.

Best Bet for FC Porto vs Al Ahly

Monday’s clash at MetLife Stadium promises to be a nervy, slow-burning contest rather than a footballing firework show, as FC Porto and Al Ahly lock horns in a final attempt to escape the group phase of the FIFA Club World Cup. Both sides come into this match hanging on by a thread—with just one point each—and the margins for error are now razor thin.

Porto’s tournament so far has been anything but inspiring. A stale 0–0 opener with Palmeiras was followed by a bruising 2–1 loss to Inter Miami, where they squandered an early lead and barely looked threatening for much of the second half. Despite flashes of quality, most notably from Samu who netted against the Herons, the Portuguese outfit have struggled to convert possession into genuine scoring opportunities. Stephen Eustaquio’s upcoming departure to join Canada may give him some added motivation for this one, but the Dragons have only managed six shots on target in the entire tournament. It’s hard to roar when your fangs have gone blunt.

As for Al Ahly, their own run has looked equally toothless. Failing to find the net in either of their matches, the Egyptian giants were second-best throughout their 2–0 defeat to Palmeiras, barely troubling the scoreboard with just 0.29 xG generated. To make matters worse, they’ll be without suspended midfielder Marwan Ateya. That’s a significant blow to an already disjointed midfield, and one that will likely be filled by Ahmed Reda, who’s been quietly itching for a bigger role.

So, while the stakes couldn’t be higher, don’t expect an end-to-end thriller. This may well be more chessboard than chaos.

Best Bet for FC Porto vs Al Ahly: Under 2.5 Goals

At BettingTips4You, we don’t flood you with a buffet of guesses. We believe in giving you one firm, considered prediction per game. Quality over quantity, always. And for this match, the standout selection—our Best Bet—is Under 2.5 Goals.

Why are we leaning into a low-scoring affair? Well, neither side has exactly dazzled with attacking intent so far. Al Ahly have failed to score across both matches, and Porto have looked worryingly tame despite being the technically stronger side on paper. Both of these clubs are facing the pressure of potential early elimination, and in that context, risk-averse tactics are highly likely.

Porto’s inability to create sustained pressure in the final third—despite their sizeable squad value—suggests this won’t be the walk in the park some expect. Their three recent domestic wins may flatter them, considering their Club World Cup performances have lacked any spark. Al Ahly, on the other hand, are compact but conservative, having kept the tempo slow and chances to a minimum in their games. They managed to contain Inter Miami for large spells, and will likely set up even more defensively now, knowing one mistake could cost them.

This is not a fixture for those who enjoy attacking flair. Expect tight spaces, cautious build-up play, and plenty of passes going sideways.

“This is the kind of match where caution dominates and creativity disappears. Both teams know what’s at stake—and neither looks ready to throw punches early.”
– BettingTips4You.com expert quote from Gerard Gabasa

With that in mind, we’re going for a 1–0 Porto win. A late goal could settle it, but neither side looks like they’ve got multiple goals in their locker right now.

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