Saudi, Qatari, Emirati, Iraqi, and Iranian Clubs Clash in AFC Champions League
The AFC Champions League Elite is heating up as clubs from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Iraq, and Iran compete in the fourth round. With the spotlight on, teams are looking to secure crucial wins and improve their standings in the tournament.
Matchday Preview
Several key matches are set to take place, with teams aiming to make their mark in the competition. The Saudi Arabian club, Al-Hilal, is aiming for its fourth consecutive win. Al-Ahli, also from Saudi Arabia, as well as Shabab Al-Ahli and Al-Wahda from the UAE, are looking to climb up the rankings. These four teams will all be playing away games.
Key Matchups:
- Al-Hilal (Saudi Arabia) vs. Al-Gharafa (Qatar)
- Al-Ahli (Saudi Arabia) vs. Al-Sadd (Qatar)
- Shabab Al-Ahli (UAE) vs. Al-Duhail (Qatar)
- Al-Wahda (UAE) vs. Nasaf (Uzbekistan)
The Qatari clubs, Al-Gharafa, Al-Sadd, and Al-Duhail, are seeking redemption after losses in the third round. Al-Gharafa was defeated by Al-Ahli with a score of 4-0, Al-Sadd lost to Al-Hilal 3-1, and Al-Duhail faced a 3-0 defeat against Al-Wahda. Along with Al-Sadd and Al-Duhail, Al-Shorta (Iraq) and Nasaf have yet to taste victory in the tournament.
Match Schedule (Greenwich Mean Time)
Here is the schedule for the upcoming matches:
Monday:
- 13:45: Nasaf (Uzbekistan) vs. Al-Wahda (UAE)
- 16:00: Al-Duhail (Qatar) vs. Shabab Al-Ahli (UAE)
- Tractor (Iran) vs. Al-Shorta (Iraq)
- 18:15: Al-Gharafa (Qatar) vs. Al-Hilal (Saudi Arabia)
Tuesday:
- 16:00: Al-Sadd (Qatar) vs. Al-Ahli (Saudi Arabia)
- 18:15: Al-Ittihad (Saudi Arabia) vs. Al-Sharjah (UAE)
Looking Ahead
The fourth round of the AFC Champions League Elite promises exciting matches as teams from various nations compete for glory. The outcomes of these matches will significantly impact the standings and set the stage for the next phase of the tournament.
Source: Annahar
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