Al-Ahli’s latest win in the AFC Champions League has got them into the Club World Cup which is pretty big for the club. Getting players like Riyad Mahrez and Roberto Firmino has made their team stronger and better at competing worldwide. You can see Saudi Arabia getting bigger in world football, and there’s a chance more of their clubs will play in these tournaments soon.
- Al-Ahli got a spot in the next Club World Cup
- They signed Riyad Mahrez and Roberto Firmino
- Saudi Arabia is getting bigger in world football
Al-Ahli’s Strategic Moves
Al-Ahli did good in the AFC Champions League cause they got some really good players. They got Riyad Mahrez who was amazing at Manchester City and Roberto Firmino who’s really creative and used to play for Liverpool. These guys plus Ivan Toney and Edouard Mendy make the team really strong and ready to do well in international games.
How are you finding the Club World Cup so far?
Honestly, it’s been kinda fun to watch. Some matches legit feel like a mini World Cup. You get that big-stage tension — and the quality ain’t bad either.
Just hope FIFA don’t mess it up by adding too many teams in 2029. We want real clashes, not fillers.
By the way, Al-Ahli already locked their spot after winning the ACL last season. And for sure, we’ll see more than one Saudi club there next time 👀 🇸🇦
What about you — are you vibing with this tournament or think it’s just another headache in the crazy club calendar?
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June 20, 2025
Saudi Arabia’s Growing Football Influence
Everyone’s really excited about the Club World Cup, and someone tweeted that it’s like a mini World Cup because the games are so important! People think Saudi clubs might change how the competition works in the future. This fits with what Saudi Arabia wants to do to get better known in world football, and Al-Ahli’s got lots of fans who love them and they keep getting good players.
Future Prospects for Al-Ahli
Going forward Al-Ahli wants to do more than just sign players. Word is they’re looking at getting Ange Postecoglou who’s the old Tottenham manager to replace Matthias Jaissle. This shows they want to keep playing good football and winning games. Everyone in football is watching and how Al-Ahli does in the Club World Cup will show if their plans are working and how good Saudi football is getting.
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