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Doha, Qatar: Mexico’s Pachuca triumphed over Egypt’s Al Ahly, claiming 6-5 in penalty shootout to clinch the FIFA Challenger Cup. The match, held at Stadium 974, saw both teams unable to find the back of the net during regulation and extra time, setting the stage for a tense penalty shootout.
Pachuca's triumph was highlighted by a remarkable comeback after they initially fell two goals behind in the shootout. The decisive moment came when Al Ahly's Khaled Abdelfattah missed the crucial penalty, striking the bar and sealing Pachuca's victory.
With this victory, Pachuca earned a spot in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup finals, where they will face Real Madrid, the reigning UEFA Champions League winners for the 2023-2024 season. The highly anticipated match is set to take place on December 18, 2024, at the iconic Lusail Stadium.
