Al Ain’s Probable Lineup
Under coach Vladimir Ivić, Al Ain enters the tournament following a disappointing fifth-place finish in the UAE Pro League. Veteran goalkeeper and former Serie A player Rui Patrício will start between the posts. The defense will likely feature Cardoso and Kouadio as center-backs, with Al-Ahbabi and Erik on the flanks.
In midfield, Park Yong-Woo will anchor the center with Yahia Nader and Argentine Matías Palacios. Up front, the trio of Kaku, Houssine Rahimi, and Kodjo Laba are expected to lead the attack in a 4-3-3 formation.
Juventus’ Probable Lineup
Juventus, managed by Igor Tudor, are likely to stick with their familiar 3-4-2-1 system. Minimal rotation is expected as Tudor looks to start the Club World Cup campaign strongly, especially after a turbulent domestic season.
Michele Di Gregorio will start in goal, with Rugani returning from Ajax to partner Kalulu and Kelly in the back three, Kelly acting as the central defender. On the wings, Weah and Cambiaso are the favorites to start, while Thuram and McKennie are set to patrol the midfield.
In attack, Yildiz and Conceição will support central striker Kolo Muani, who is confirmed to lead the line for the Bianconeri in their international tournament opener.
Probable Starting XIs
Al Ain (4-3-3)
- GK: Rui Patrício
- DEF: Al-Ahbabi, Cardoso, Kouadio, Erik
- MID: Park Yong-Woo, Yahia Nader, Matías Palacios
- ATT: Kaku, Houssine Rahimi, Kodjo Laba
Juventus (3-4-2-1)
- GK: Di Gregorio
- DEF: Kalulu, Kelly, Rugani
- MID: Weah, Thuram, McKennie, Cambiaso
- AM: Yildiz, Conceição
- ST: Kolo Muani
Juventus will aim to start their Club World Cup journey with a confident performance, as they look to bring home international silverware and end the season on a high note.
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