AFC Champions League: Al-Ahli Become First Finalist

Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli club has become the first team to reach the AFC Champions League final, defeating Japan's Vissel Kobe 2-1 in the semifinals.

Initially, Yosinori Muto put the visitors ahead in the 31st minute, but Galeno equalized in the 62nd minute. Then, in the 70th minute, Ivan Toney scored the winning goal for Al-Ahli.

The second finalist will be determined in the match between Matida Zelviya (Japan) and Shabab Al-Ahli (UAE).

Note that the Saudi team is the current champion of the tournament.

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Semi-final

Vissel Kobe - Yoshinori Muto 31'

Finished

1 : 2

20.04.2026 21:15

Al-Ahli - Ivan Toney 70'

Galeno 62'