Real Madrid ease past Al Ahly to reach Club World Cup final 2023

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The Spanish giants dominated the match from start to finish, with a clinical display of attacking football.

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Karim Benzema opened the scoring for Real Madrid in the 23rd minute, with a well-placed shot into the bottom corner.

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Vinicius Junior doubled the lead for Real Madrid just before half-time with a solo effort, dancing past multiple defenders before finding the back of the net.

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Al Ahly tried to mount a comeback in the second half but were unable to breach the solid Real Madrid defense.

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Toni Kroos sealed the victory for Real Madrid with a beautiful long-range effort in the 72nd minute.

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Real Madrid will now face the winner of the match between Tigres UANL and Ulsan Hyundai in the final.

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This will be Real Madrid's third appearance in the Club World Cup final, having previously won the tournament in 2014 and 2018.

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With their strong performance against Al Ahly, Real Madrid will go into the final as favorites to lift the trophy once again.

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The Club World Cup final is a chance for Real Madrid to add another piece of silverware to their already impressive trophy cabinet, and they will be eager to make the most of this opportunity.

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