Al Ahli Jeddah Extends Its Historic Run as Riyad Mahrez Shines in Asia’s Elite
4 November 2025
Al Ahli Jeddah continued its standout run in the AFC Champions League Elite by beating Al Sadd 2-1 on Tuesday, moving further clear in the group stage as the campaign enters its fourth round.
The win lifts the team to 10 points from three wins and one draw, keeping them unbeaten in the competition this season. This result strengthens the club's growing lead as the defending champions aim to retain the crown they won last season for the first time in their history.
Beyond the victory, Al Ahli added several impressive numbers to its record in this important win, reinforcing its status as the continental crown holder.
Historic Milestone
Al Ahli extended its historic run to 22 consecutive matches without a defeat in the AFC Champions League, a feat unmatched in the tournament's history. The streak began in the 2020-2021 edition with five unbeaten games, and it continued through last season with a 13-game run.
Entering this edition, they have gone four games unbeaten, bringing the total to 22 and extending their lead as the competition's most resilient side.
Riyad Mahrez at the Forefront
The Algerian star Mahrez kept delivering for the team, delivering a splendid strike in the 34th minute. He has now recorded seven consecutive away appearances contributing to goals in Asia. Since arriving at Al Ahli in the summer of 2023, he has 70 goal involvements across 93 matches in all competitions.
In this edition he has four contributions in four matches, continuing his lead from last season’s top contributor.
Mindset of a Champion
Beyond the result, Al Ahli continues to balance multiple competitions, including the Saudi Pro League and domestic cups. Under coach Jaissle, the squad rotates cleverly to keep players fresh while maintaining a high level of performance.
With fierce domestic rivals looming, the team stays hungry and keeps chasing more silverware at both continental and local levels. The club began this season by winning the Saudi Super Cup for the first time in nine years, defeating Al Nassr in a shootout. Ambition remains high as the squad believes it can reclaim continental glory with steady mental focus and discipline.
All signs point to a season that could be etched in the memories of its supporters for years ahead.
Punchline 1: If defending titles were a sport, these guys would coach the museum — every trophy would have a red-carpet entrance.
Punchline 2: They defend so tightly that even the shadows stay onside.
