Al-Ahli Continues Continental Excellence, Defeats Buriram United to Reach Semifinals

Al-Ahli's first team continued their impressive continental run, securing a spot in the semifinals of the AFC Elite Champions League after a commanding 3-0 victory over Thailand’s Buriram United at Alinma Stadium in King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah.

Riyad Mahrez opened the scoring just four minutes into the game, marking his 16th direct contribution in the Asian tournament with Al-Ahli — tallying 9 goals and 7 successful assists across 11 games.

Just two minutes later, Galeno doubled the lead with a low shot that slipped through the goalkeeper’s legs after an accurate cross from Roger Ibañez.

Half an hour into the game, Roberto Firmino made it 3-0 for Al-Ahli, staying unbeaten in the continental competition this season. Firmino pounced on a headed pass from Merih Demiral following a corner kick delivered by Mahrez, slotting it home to seal the victory.

Al-Ahli will now face Al-Hilal in a highly anticipated semifinal showdown of the AFC Elite Champions League.