The African champions made it to Japan for the third time in fourth years, but Jose remains calm in effect to the high expectations from the fans.

"People must know that the level of football in Europe and South America is totally different from Africa," the Portuguese said on Ahli TV.

"Our fans must be reasonable with their ambitions, because too much expectations could prove negative to the team."

Ahli disappointed in Japan 2005, but the six-time African champions excelled in the 2006 edition when they came third after losing to Internacional of Brazil in the semis.

"When we went to Japan for the first time in 2005, fans wanted us to win the title, but we finished bottom," Jose added.

"But in 2006, we perceived the competition more realistically, and we had a fine tournament."

Jose's men will kickoff their World Club Cup campaign against CONCACAF Champions Pachuca of Mexico on December 13th.