World Club Championship began with a victory for "Al Ittihad" © EuroFootball.com

Today, the Club World Cup started in Japan. In the opening match, "Al Ittihad" from Saudi Arabia celebrated victory by a minimal result, defeating Egypt's representative "Al Ahly" 1-0.

In the first quarter-final match, the only goal was scored by "Al Ittihad" captain Mohamed Nooras, in the 78th minute. This victory, breaking the Egyptians' 55-match unbeaten streak, allowed the Arabs to advance to the semi-finals, where they will face South American champions "Sao Paulo".

In the second quarter-final on Monday, "Sydney FC" from Australia will face "Deportivo Saprissa" from Costa Rica. The winner of this match will meet the UEFA Champions League winner "Liverpool" in the semi-finals.