Unstoppable in Roshen: Al Ahli Legend Reveals the Secret Behind the Club’s Surge
7 March 2026
What’s Behind Al Ahli’s Surge?
Ahmed Mansi, a legend of Al Ahli, reveals the secret behind his side's current stride in the Roshen Saudi Pro League, saying they are ahead of Al Nassr and Al Hilal, their title rivals.
Al Ahli temporarily leads the league after a 3-1 win over Al Ittihad at the Al-Inma Stadium in Jeddah, on Friday, in the 25th round.
In statements to the Saudi daily Al-Riyadhiyah, Mansi says: 'Al Ahli is a strong candidate to win the Saudi title if they stay at this level; I’m not predicting the title, but they will be serious contenders.'
He adds: 'Al Ahli is currently better than both Al Hilal and Al Nassr in results and form; they remind us of last season when they lifted the AFC Champions League for the Elite Division.'
On the reason for the surge, Mansi says: 'Many people haven't talked about the fitness trainer's role, the one who makes the team perform this way.'
He continues: 'This is not a dig at (Matthias Jaissle), who chose the fitness coach; but for me, the fitness coach is far more important than the manager.'
Al Ahli currently tops the table with 62 points, one point ahead of Al Nassr and Al Hilal, but The World could reclaim it if they beat Neom today in the 25th round's closing game.
Top of the Table and What’s Next
Al Ahli sits on 62 points, with Al Nassr and Al Hilal close behind, while their challengers eye a late bid for the title in the remaining rounds.
Al Ahli currently tops the table with 62 points, one point ahead of Al Nassr and Al Hilal, but The World could reclaim it if they beat Neom today in the 25th round's closing game.
Final Thoughts
As the race tightens, the role of the fitness staff is being magnified, and Al Ahli’s form suggests the league might be in for an exciting finish. Walk a mile in their kit and you’ll know why the gym has become a strategic stage for this title bid.
Punchline 1: If football were a gym, Al Ahli would be handing out championship memberships at entry. Punchline 2: And if the league keeps its pace, even my workouts would start feeling competitive.
