Al Ahly goalkeeper, Ali Lotfy, stated that the team's goalkeepers prepared well for the FIFA Club World Cup third-place playoff against Palmeiras of Brazil, adding that the team’s goalkeeping coach, Michel Iannacone made them ready for all match scenarios.

“Iannacone held many meetings with us in the build-up to the game. We watched many clips of the opponent’s players and we were ready.”

“We prepared a note that detailed where Palmeiras players preferred to put their penalties. This information helped Mohamed El Shenawy make many crucial penalty kick saves and lead the team to a historic achievement.”

“Winning the bronze medal is a great achievement for the players and we will keep fighting to win more trophies in the future and make our fans happy.”