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Thrilling Draw in Doha: Al-Ahli Jeddah Secures a Point Against Al Sadd
Doha, Qatar – In a vibrant and hard-fought match at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium, Al-Ahli Jeddah and Al Sadd drew in a game corresponding to the AFC Champions League. Under the arbitration of Australian Shaun Evans, the match, corresponding to the fourth round of the group stage, was marked by intensity and opportunities at both ends.
Al Sadd dominated possession with 59% of the time, generating a total of 15 shots, of which 6 were on target. However, Al-Ahli Jeddah’s defense proved solid, albeit sometimes resorting to tactical fouls that earned them three yellow cards. A goal by Giovani was disallowed by VAR in the 25th minute for offside.
Al-Ahli Jeddah, with 41% possession, took advantage of their opportunities effectively. Riyad Mahrez opened the scoring in the 34th minute, after an assist from E. Millot, unleashing joy among the visiting fans.
In the second half, Al Sadd reacted and found the equalizer thanks to Claudinho in the 63rd minute, assisted by A. Afif. However, the local joy was short-lived, as Matheus Goncalves put Al-Ahli Jeddah back in front in the 68th minute with a great finish after a pass from Galeno. The match culminated with numerous cards and an intense struggle for ball control. Al Sadd, although exerting constant pressure with its 7 shots off target and 7 corners, failed to achieve the winning goal.
Substitutions al sadd: at minute 59 Giovani came in and Y. Atal went out., at minute 79 M. Camara came in and Guilherme went out.
Substitutions al-ahli jeddah: at minute 66 E. Millot came in and Galeno went out., at minute 78 R. Mahrez came in and S. Abu Al Shamat went out., at minute 90 Matheus Goncalves came in and M. Abdulrahman went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Al Sadd
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Al-Ahli Jeddah
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