The legendary football player of the club "Al-Ahli" (Egypt) Hossam Ashraf stated that the game against "Al-Ain" in the Club World Cup will be especially significant for him due to his feelings towards the club. He noted that the period he spent as part of the "leader" is unforgettable for him, and that he has no words to express his feelings towards the club, which occupies a huge place in his heart.
"The victory over Zamalek in the Super Cup final was a very important moment, considering that the team is playing an important match against 'Al-Ain' in the Club World Cup on Tuesday," the footballer emphasized. Ashraf pointed out that "Al-Ain" is a strong team, with which he played one season, and it will be a tough match for him.
As for the victory over Zamalek, Hossam Ashraf emphasized that the match was complicated, and despite the missed moments, they managed to secure victory in the penalty shootout series. This trophy for the team was a kind of resurgence after losing in the final of the African Super Cup.
"Al-Ahli" and "Al-Ain" will meet in the second round of the Club World Cup, which was created by FIFA. The winner of this game will receive the Africa-Asia-Pacific Cup and will advance to the playoff against the winner of the pair "Pachuca" (Mexico) and the champion of the Libertadores Cup. Ashraf moved to "Al-Ain" in January 2018 and had an outstanding season there, helping the team win several titles. His performance made a significant contribution to achieving the historical success of "Al-Ain", which won the double - the championship and the country cup.
Hossam Ashraf became the first Egyptian footballer to score a goal in the Club World Cup while not a part of "Al-Ahli". He also became the first Egyptian to play in the final of the Mundial of clubs. "Al-Ahli" signed Ashraf from "Al-Ain" on January 6, 2019, making him one of the key winter transfers in recent years.
