Vasco Souza, the Portuguese Porto player, stressed the importance of the upcoming match against Al Ahly.

Al Ahly will meet Porto next Tuesday in the third and final round of the group stage of the FIFA Club World Cup.

Souza said in media statements before the match: "We expect a very tough match against a strong team like Al Ahly. We know well that the opponent has great experience in these tournaments, but we must show the true character of Porto and approach the match with confidence and dignity on the field."

Regarding his return from injury, he said: "Returning to play with the team has been my goal from the very first moment, and I am now fully ready to give everything I have. We realize that our situation is complicated, but we still have a chance to qualify, and we will hold on to it until the last seconds."

He praised the team's fans, saying: "This support is priceless. We play for them, and we promise to live up to their trust and responsibility."