Al Ahly Does Egypt Proud With Bronze Win at Club World Cup

African club champions Al Ahly under the watchful eye of former South African coach Pitso Mosimane, did themselves, Egypt and Africa proud when they won bronze at the Club World Cup, beating Brazil's Palmeiras 3-2 on penalties in Qatar. "We achieved the goal that we all wanted. I do not want to look arrogant, but we played very well in the competition. I am looking forward to better achievements with Al Ahly in the Fifa Club World Cup in the future," said Mosimane after the bronze medal game.

Al Ahly training ground, top left, Pitso Mosimane, coach

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