FIFA Club World Cup: Messi denied late winner as Inter Miami held by Al Ahly

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami were held to a goalless draw by Egyptian giants Al Ahly in Florida as the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup kicked off. Messi came closest to snatching a dramatic stoppage-time winner, but his trademark curling effort was brilliantly tipped onto the bar by Al Ahly goalkeeper

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Anthony Nlebem

Head of Sports at BusinessDay Media, a seasoned Digital Content Producer, and FIFA/CAF Accredited Journalist with over a decade of sports reporting.Has a deep understanding of the Nigerian and global sports landscape and skills in delivering comprehensive and insightful sports content.