September 30, (THEWILL) – Al Ahli maintained their perfect start in the Asian Champions League Elite with a convincing 2-0 victory over Al Wasl. The Saudi Arabian club demonstrated their might in Dubai, claiming their second win in as many matches.
Riyad Mahrez opened the scoring for Al Ahli in the third minute. The Algerian forward expertly controlled a pass from Roger Ibanez before finding the back of the net. Ibanez then turned from provider to scorer, doubling Al Ahli’s lead seven minutes before half-time.
This win puts Al Ahli in a strong position in the western side of the draw. The team now boasts six points from two games, following their previous victory against Iran’s Persepolis. Manager Matthias Jaissle’s strategy appears to be paying dividends in the continental competition.
Al Ahli’s performance suggests they are serious contenders in this year’s tournament. Their ability to score early and maintain a clean sheet will likely concern future opponents. The team’s next match against Al Hilal will be crucial in determining their long-term prospects in the competition.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
