Club World Cup Opening Game: Miami 0-0 Cairo Nationals! MVP is not Messi, but a 38-year-old veteran

On June 15, in the first round of the Club World Cup Group A, Miami International played against Cairo Nationals in the opening match. In this game, Messi, Suarez and Busquets led the starter of Miami International, and Alba was absent due to injury. This is Miami International's first time playing in the Club World Cup, but the two teams tied. Club World Cup Opening Game: Miami 0-0 Cairo Nationals! The MVP is not Messi, but a 38-year-old veteran. In the 14th minute of the first half, Cairo Nationals was forced to substitute. The starting midfielder Ashur was injured and could not hold on and was replaced by Qi Zuo. The two teams played very lively in the first 45 minutes of the game, the Cairo Nationals' offensive was even stronger, and the international situation in Miami was passive. Miami International's best performer was Argentine goalkeeper Ustari. The 38-year-old player completed 6 saves and saved the Cairo Nationals' header that was close to him. The penalty kick taken by Egyptian international Trezege was also resolved by Ustari.

Miami International's most threatening shot was completed by Messi. His shot hit the goal frame, and a cross from Suarez also created a threat, but was thrillingly cleared by the Cairo National Guard in front of the goal line. In the first half, Miami International's defense was a little unbearable, and he made a foul of 7-4, and Aviles and Redondo both received yellow cards. Miami International was able to hold the score of 0-0, which was a good result for them, and the Cairo Nationals must be regretful. After the second half of the game started, Messi led the game and Miami International reversed the situation on the court. Messi's long shot, corner kicks and free kicks he took all threatened Cairo national goal. His pass after passing the opponent outside the penalty area also created opportunities, and Messi became the most active player on the court. The goalkeepers of both teams were very stable in this game and the goals were not seen for a long time. In the final stage of the game, Miami International besieged Cairo Nationals but failed to score. Messi's shot hit the goal frame again, and the two sides drew 0-0.

It can be said that the two teams played good goals in the half, Cairo Nationals had more opportunities in the first half, and Miami International performed better in the second half. In terms of data, Messi shot 4 times, hit the goal frame twice, had 3 passes, 2 key passes, created 1 goal opportunity, 2 steals and 1 clearance, and performed versatilely, and still performed at the age of 37.

However, the official MVP of this game was not 37-year-old Messi, but Miami International goalkeeper No. 19 Ustari, who completed 8 saves, including 1 penalty save, helping Miami International maintain a clean sheet and be elected as the best player. In the next game, Miami International will play against Porto, the third-place champion of the Portuguese Super League last season, which will be a tough battle.