Time: June 23, 2025, 01:00 UTC+0
Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, USA
A pivotal FIFA Club World Cup Group G clash sees European champions Manchester City face Asian giants Al Ain under Atlanta’s dazzling lights. Fresh off a 2-0 win over Wydad AC, Pep Guardiola’s side—featuring Haaland’s predatory instincts and Foden’s creativity—aims to dominate Al Ain’s disciplined defense, led by AFC Champions League hero Soufiane Rahimi. With City potentially rotating 10 players post-tight scheduling, Al Ain’s counterattacking grit under ex-Monaco boss Leonardo Jardim—who famously outwitted Guardiola in 2017—adds tactical intrigue. Expect a fusion of City’s possession mastery and Al Ain’s continental flair in this global showdown.
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