Shabab Al Ahli advances to AFC Champions League quarterfinals

The encounter, contested at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium in Jeddah, was decided by three well-taken goals as the UAE side proved too powerful for their Iranian opponents throughout the 90-minute game.

Goals

Yuri Cesar broke the deadlock from the penalty spot at 65 minutes, and Saeed Ezatolahi doubled the lead with 10 minutes left. Matteo Sao then solidified the victory deep into stoppage time, completing the rout in the 98th minute and sending Shabab Al Ahli through in style.

The Dubai club will now focus on the quarter-finals, where they will face Thai side Buriram United.