Al Ahli Secures Spot in AFC Champions League Elite Final with Dramatic Comeback
'A huge honour & privilege' - Al Ahli rally to book another ACL Elite final
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Al Ahli, representing the Roshn Saudi League, advanced to the AFC Champions League Elite final for the second consecutive year after defeating Japan's Vissel Kobe 2-1 in Jeddah. The team aims to become the first back-to-back champions since Al Ittihad over two decades ago.
- 01Al Ahli will compete in the AFC Champions League Elite final for the second year in a row.
- 02The team defeated Vissel Kobe 2-1 in a thrilling comeback match.
- 03Galeno and Ivan Toney scored the goals that secured the victory.
- 04The final will take place against either FC Machida Zelvia or Shabab Al Ahli.
- 05Manager Matthias Jaissle emphasized the team's focus on achieving back-to-back titles.
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Al Ahli, the Jeddah-based football club representing the Roshn Saudi League, has reached the AFC Champions League Elite final for the second consecutive year after a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory against Japan's Vissel Kobe at Alinma Stadium on Monday. The match drew an impressive crowd of nearly 45,000 fans. After falling behind, Al Ahli rallied in the second half with a stunning long-range goal from Galeno and a decisive finish from top scorer Ivan Toney. Manager Matthias Jaissle expressed pride in the team's achievement, stating that back-to-back titles are a significant goal. Al Ahli aims to replicate the success of Jeddah rivals Al Ittihad, who last defended the title over two decades ago. The final match will see Al Ahli face either FC Machida Zelvia from Japan or UAE's Shabab Al Ahli on Saturday. Galeno expressed gratitude to the fans, emphasizing the need to rest and prepare for the final.
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Al Ahli's success in the AFC Champions League boosts local pride and could enhance the club's reputation and support in the Roshn Saudi League.
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