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Ewan Ross-Murray

Man City vs. Al Ain: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Man City face Al Ain. | IMAGO/Dreamstime/Sebastian Frej

Manchester City can book their place in the last 16 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup when they face Al Ain in their second group stage fixture.

Guaranteed progression is dependent on the outcome of the clash between Juventus and Wydad Casablanca. If the Italian giants win or draw, then Man City simply need to beat Al Ain to secure their place in the knockout phase. Victory for both Juve and the Cityzens will see the Europeans competing for top spot in their final group outing.

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