Al Ahli Clinches Back-to-Back Asian Champions League Titles
Saudi Arabia's Al Ahli secured their second consecutive Asian Champions League title with a 1-0 victory over Japan's Machida Zelvia. Feras Al-Brikan scored the decisive goal during extra time, making Al Ahli the first team since 2005 to win back-to-back titles.
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- Saudi Arabia
In a thrilling encounter at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Saudi Arabia's Al Ahli triumphed over Japan's Machida Zelvia to secure their second successive Asian Champions League title.
Feras Al-Brikan emerged as the hero, finding the net six minutes into extra time to break the deadlock and seal a historic win for the Jeddah-based club.
This victory marks Al Ahli as the first club since 2005 to achieve back-to-back titles in the prestigious continental tournament, previously accomplished by their city rivals, Al-Ittihad.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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