An Al Ittihad star has labelled Al Ahly as the best team in Africa ahead of their FIFA Club World Cup meeting on Friday night.
The Saudi Pro League side will take on the African champions in the second round of the Club World Cup after they defeated Auckland City 3-0 on Tuesday.
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Egypt international Egypt international Ahmed Hegazi is well aware of what the Red Devils are capable of, despite the mixed bag of form across all competitions.
"There are no easy games in the tournament," Hegazi told SSC Sport.
"Even the Auckland game wasn't an easy win.
"The next match will be a very tough and important game between Al Ahly, the best team in Africa, and Al Ittihad, the best team in Asia.
"It's going to be a highly anticipate Arab affair, and I hope we can win and make our fans happy."
Al Ahly have secured the bronze in their last two appearances of the Club World Cup under the guidance of former coach Pitso Mosimane.
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