The Arabian Gulf League champions Al Jazira will play Real Madrid in the FIFA Club World Cup semi-final on Wednesday in Abu Dhabi in what is expected to be the biggest club game in the United Arab Emirates’ football history.
Henk Ten Cate’s side beat reigning Asian champions Urawa Red Diamonds at the Zayed Sports City Stadium on Saturday night to set up the showdown with Cristiano Ronaldo and Co.
UAE international Ali Mabkhout scored the only goal of the game in the second half and the Japanese side couldn’t break down a resolute Al Jazira backline.