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Shabab Al Ahli reach AFC Champions League semi-finals

April 18, 2026 / 11:26 PM
Shabab Al Ahli reach AFC Champions League semi-finals
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Sharjah 24: Shabab Al Ahli booked their place in the AFC Champions League semi-finals with a 3-2 victory over Thailand’s Buriram United after extra time.

Quarter-final clash in Jeddah

The match, played at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium in Jeddah, saw Shabab Al Ahli advance from the quarter-finals in a tightly contested encounter.

Strong start from Shabab Al Ahli

Shabab Al Ahli took an early lead through an own goal in the 13th minute, followed by a second goal early in the second half to go 2-0 up.

Buriram fight back to level the match

Buriram responded with a penalty in the 64th minute and an equaliser in the 70th minute, forcing the game into extra time.

Late winner secures semi-final spot

In extra time, Shabab Al Ahli regained the lead with a decisive goal in the third minute of the first period, sealing a 3-2 win and a semi-final clash against Japan’s Machida.

 

April 18, 2026 / 11:26 PM

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