🔥 Palmeiras put on a show, Estevao shines as Brazilian side beat Al Ahly | OneFootball

In today's Group A match at the Club World Cup, Palmeiras defeated Al Ahly 2-0 thanks to two goals scored in the first 10 minutes of the second half. At 49', the advantage came from an own goal by Wessam Abou Ali, who unfortunately deflected a cross from Aníbal Moreno into his own net.

Ten minutes later, José Manuel López, who came on at the start of the second half, pulled off a lethal counterattack for the 1-0, setting the score at 2-0. After the second goal, the game was suspended for about 48-50 minutes due to a thunderstorm, before resuming and ending with the score unchanged.

The stats of the match

Palmeiras defeated Al Ahly with a clear 2-0. The Brazilians dominated the game both in possession (55%) and offensive danger, recording 2 big chances against none for the Egyptians and shooting 14 times against Al Ahly's 10.

Although the latter made more passes (289 against 154), they were unable to turn possession into offensive effectiveness. Palmeiras also had more corner kicks (6 to 3) and more decisive saves (3 to 1), demonstrating a better balance between defense and attack. Despite committing 18 fouls against 14 opponents, the Brazilian team managed to maintain control of the game, taking home a well-deserved victory.

South America in the World Cup

South American clubs are shining in the Club World Cup: they are unbeaten in 7 games (4 wins and 3 draws), with a 71.4% performance. They have scored 11 goals, conceded only 4, and kept 4 clean sheets.

They create more chances (15 to 5) and are much more efficient in front of goal, scoring every 8 shots against the opponents' 18, despite having an average possession of 49.7%.

Estevao the phenomenon

Willian Estêvão is enchanting the world at the FIFA Club World Cup: two games, two "Man of the Match" awards for the young Palmeiras phenomenon.

At just 17 years old, he has already shown personality, technique, and uncommon maturity, leading his team with decisive plays. The Brazilian talent not only confirms the very high expectations but exceeds them. And from July, Chelsea will be able to count on a true gem ready to shine in Europe in the 2025/26 season.

Interruption... and party

The match between Palmeiras and Al Ahly was temporarily suspended due to weather conditions, according to the FIFA protocol that imposes a 20-30 minute break after a lightning strike within a 20-mile radius.

But not even the bad weather was able to stop the passion of the Brazilian fans: during the interruption, the Palmeiras supporters turned the covered area of the stadium into a real party, confirming themselves as the best fans of this Club World Cup. A demonstration of love and warmth that goes far beyond the playing field.

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