Al-Ahly clinched the qualification ticket to the round of 16 of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup, after achieving a difficult victory over Al-Anwar, 2-1, on Monday evening, in the match that brought together the two teams in the round of 32 of the tournament.
After a first half that ended without goals, Al-Ahly succeeded in breaking the tie in the 61st minute, after Edward Spertsyan managed to score against Al-Anwar and put his team in the lead, giving “Al-Raqi” an important advantage in the match. The match.
Al-Ahly continued its pressure in search of securing victory, which was achieved one minute before the end of regular time, when Galino added the second goal in the 89th minute, making the team appear to be on its way to clinching the qualification ticket without suffering.
But Al-Anwar did not give up, and was able to bring excitement back to the confrontation during stoppage time, after Reda Bin Sayeh succeeded in scoring the goal to reduce the difference in the 90th + 2nd minute.
Al-Ahly maintained its lead during the stoppage time. In the last minutes, the referee blew the final whistle, announcing that “Al-Raqi” won 2-1 and officially qualified for the round of 16 of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup.
Al-Ahly continues its strong start this season, having achieved its second victory in a row, following its victory in the opening round of the Saudi Roshan League over Al-Diriyah with a goal to no return.
Al-Ahly aspires to continue its positive results during the coming period, and invest in its distinguished start to the competition. Strongly in the local titles, after overcoming the obstacle of lights and booking his place in the 16th round of the King’s Cup final.