Back-to-back for Al-Ahli: Mahrez, Kessié, and Edouard Mendy win the AFC Champions League again!

Al-Ahli won its second consecutive AFC Champions League title by defeating Machida Zelvia 1-0 after extra time. Despite a red card for Zakaria Hawasi, Edouard Mendy managed to motivate his teammates. Riyad Mahrez crossed for Franck Kessié, who provided an assist to Firas Al-Buraikan for the decisive goal in the 96th minute. This victory allows Al-Ahli to retain its title, a feat not achieved since 2005.