Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are set to take on Egyptian giants Al Ahly to commence the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup on Saturday. Currently, Inter Miami is ranked third in the MLS Eastern Conference and showcases a powerful lineup with Messi expected to play. However, they will face tough competition from Al Ahly, who recently claimed six consecutive victories to secure their 45th Egyptian Premier League championship.
Kickoff Details
The match will be held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami at 8 p.m. ET. Inter Miami is a +100 favorite (bet $100 to win $100) while Al Ahly is +220 underdogs. A draw is valued at +270, and the total match goals are set at 3.5. Before placing any bets on the game, it’s important to check out insights from seasoned SportsLine soccer analyst Martin Green. More picks can be found in our Mexico vs. Dominican Republic Gold Cup analysis.
Top Predictions by Martin Green
- Both teams to score & over 2.5 goals (+100)
- Lionel Messi to score (+110)
Analysis
According to Green, Inter Miami’s defensive frailty is likely to lead to conceding goals. Nonetheless, they consistently rank as the top-scoring squad in the MLS, averaging 2.25 goals per match. Al Ahly, with impressive stats of 83 goals in 45 matches across all competitions, has been prolific, not having been held scoreless since a draw with Mamelodi Sundowns in the CAF Champions League semi-finals on April 19.
Where this matchup is concerned, placing bets on both teams scoring along with over 2.5 total goals seems promising at +100 at BetMGM Sportsbook, which offers new users a promo code that could yield up to $1,500 in bonus bets if their first wager falls short.
Additional Insights on Lionel Messi’s Performance
Messi has enjoyed a prolific season, scoring 49 goals and contributing 23 assists across 59 games for Inter Miami, highlighting his impressive tally of 10 goals in just 13 appearances this season. This player prop is available at +115 at DraftKings Sportsbook, which provides new participants with $300 in bonus bets after a successful $5 bet.
For More Insights
You’ve seen Martin Green’s key insights for the Inter Miami versus Al Ahly match in the group stage. For comprehensive picks from soccer experts attuned to all professional leagues worldwide, click here.
