Group A is shaping up to be highly competitive at the Club World Cup, with all four teams level on one point each, having not scored or conceded any goals.
Al Ahly kicked off their campaign with a 0-0 draw against Inter Miami, missing a great opportunity to clinch victory as Trezeguet failed to convert from the penalty spot.
Looking ahead, Al Ahly are expected to face a tougher challenge against Palmeiras, who had the better chances in their goalless draw against Porto.
The two teams met in the 2021 Club World Cup semi-finals in Abu Dhabi, where Palmeiras emerged victorious with a 2-0 win.
Team news
Palmeiras will be without their long-term injured winger Bruno Rodrigues (knee), who hasn't played since joining the club in December 2023.
Possible changes are being considered, with Argentinian forward Jose Lopez a contender after scoring twice in a 6-0 win against Sporting Cristal in the Copa Libertadores.
Al Ahly suffered a setback in their match against Inter Miami when striker Eman Ashour had to leave the field with a broken collarbone within 13 minutes of the game.
Zizo replaced Ashour and might earn a starting position in the upcoming match. Trezeguet is likely to continue leading the attack despite his penalty miss.
The stats
Palmeiras have kept clean sheets in seven of their last eight victories.
In four of their last seven games, Palmeiras have scored two or more goals.
In their previous 11 matches, Palmeiras have opened the scoring in seven games.
Al Ahly have lost their recent two Club World Cup matches against South American opponents.
Prediction
Palmeiras missed good opportunities in their first game against Porto but are expected to be more clinical against Al Ahly. Al Ahly may struggle at the MetLife Stadium.
The battle for qualification from Group A is wide open, with Palmeiras likely feeling confident after a strong performance against a European team.
Palmeiras took control in their match, outshooting the opposition 17 to 11 and dominating possession with a 55.3% share.
Palmeiras will aim to assert even more dominance against Al Ahly, who seemed ineffective in their previous match and will be without their top scorer, Eman Ashour.
Ashour's absence will benefit Palmeiras, who are expected to secure a comfortable victory.