Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano has warned his players about Al Ahly ahead of their FIFA Club World Cup encounter.
The Major League Soccer side will take on the African giants in the tournament opener at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
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Mascherano's charges have won their last two matches in the MLS after a shaky period but the coach has warned his players that Al Ahly and the rest of the teams in the Club World Cup will be playing at a higher level.
“This victory shows us that if we stay brave and composed, we can compete with any team, especially in MLS,” Mascherano said in the post-match news conference, as per Ahram Online.
“But the Club World Cup is a different level. The competition is much tougher, and I must be realistic — including Al Ahly.”
“People may think they’re a weaker opponent, but I’m telling you, they’re not. Far from it.
"We’ll compete, stay true to ourselves, and not fear mistakes. We have to keep pushing forward.”
