Lightning in Doha: Al-Ahli Saudi Overthrows Al-Sadd 2-1 in AFC Champions League Elite
Al-Ahli Saudi defeated Al-Sadd 2-1 in Doha, boosting their AFC Champions League Elite campaign. Riyad Mahrez and Matheus Goncalves scored for the visitors, while Claudinho pulled a late goal for Al-Sadd. The result deepens Sadd’s group-stage struggles as Al-Ahli climb in the West Region standings. The match featured a disallowed Sadd goal for offside and several near-misses, underscoring the fine margins in continental football.