Al Ahly Set for $11.5M Payday Despite Early Exit from Club World Cup

Despite a mixed showing on the pitch, Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly are walking away from the 2025 Club World Cup with a massive financial boost—a total of $11.5 million.

How the Money Breaks Down

• $9.5M – Participation bonus
• $2M – Performance rewards for drawing with Inter Miami (0-0) and FC Porto (4-4)

That return is set to cushion the blow of a group-stage exit and provide key backing for a major squad reshuffle ahead of the 2025-2026 season.

Transfer Window Heating Up

The Red Devils have already landed:

• Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane (Tunisia)
• Mahmoud Hassan Trezeguet (Egypt)
• Ahmed Sayed Zizo (Egypt)

And more deals are on the horizon. Sources suggest that foreign trio Achraf Dari, Achraf Bencharki, and Yahia AttiatAllah could be heading for the exit, with new international reinforcements lined up.

While their American adventure didn’t yield asilverware, Al Ahly’s financial gain could fuel a serious comeback next season.