Late Winner Lifts Al Ahli Qatar in Bahrain: AFC Champions League Heartstopper
29 October 2025
Match Summary
Al Ahli Qatar traveled to Arad, Bahrain, and earned a precious 2-1 victory over Khaldiya in the AFC Champions League group stage, at the Sheikh Ali bin Mohammed Al Khalifa Stadium in Arad on Wednesday night.
Idris Fatuohi and Seiko Yansani scored for Al Ahli in the 65th and 90th minutes, while Mohammad Al-Rimi hi scored for Khaldiya in the 74th minute.
With this win, Al Ahli Qatar tops Group II with 6 points from four games, while Khaldiya sits on 5 points, and Andijan and Arkadag trail with 3 and 2 points respectively.
Lineups and Key Moments
Al Ahli began with a solid defense and a midfield that pressed high, while Khaldiya pushed to test the goalkeeper and backline. The second half shifted the balance, as the visitors secured the lead with a well-timed break and precise finish.
In the 74th minute Khaldiya levelled through Mohammad Al-Rimi hi, but Al Ahli struck back late as Yansani found the net in stoppage time for the winner, sealing a precious three points.
The match showcased the Group II dynamic, with Al Ahli asserting control in the second half and Khaldiya coming close on several occasions, though ultimately falling short.
Next fixtures
The teams return to action in late November, as Andijan face Arkadag in Andijan, and Khaldiya hosts Andijan while Arkadag visits Al Ahli, as the group tightens.
Details
Starting lineups included a backline anchored by goalkeeper Marwan Badreddine and Islam Yassin, with Idris Fatuohi and Seiko Yansani among the attackers. Substitutions included five changes for both sides, reshaping the midfield and forward lines.
The second half produced more attacking intent, with Al Ahli finally breaking through in the 65th minute, then sealing the three points in stoppage time through Yansani. Khaldiya’s goal came from a late run by Mohammad Al-Rimi hi.
What’s Next
The result keeps Al Ahli atop Group II, ahead of Khaldiya, Andijan, and Arkadag, as the group stages ramp up toward the knockout rounds.
Punchline 1: If football were a sniper, Idris Fatoohi’s finish hit the bullseye every time.
Punchline 2: Tonight’s defense tried to moonlight as a magician—now you see the ball, now you don’t, until the net celebration reveals the trick.
