Lionel Messi's Inter Miami kicked off their FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a goalless draw against Egyptian club Al Ahly, despite a dominant performance in front of a home crowd.
In a tightly contested match at Florida's Hard Rock Stadium, both sides failed to capitalize on several chances.
Al Ahly had an early goal ruled out for offside, while Messi’s 64th-minute free-kick narrowly missed the target.
The tournament, featuring 32 teams for the first time, began with a brief delay due to opening ceremonies.
Inter Miami next face FC Porto on June 19, while Al Ahly take on Brazil’s Palmeiras later that night.