Al-Ahly Egypt’s revised statement congratulating Al-Ahli Saudi for winning the AFC Champions League Elite title received widespread praise after correcting the club’s official name, reflecting respect for fans and professional responsiveness.
Saudi media figure Waleed Al-Farraj commended the swift correction, emphasizing that using the accurate name demonstrates the strong sporting ties between the clubs and a high level of professionalism in addressing fan feedback.
This came as Al-Ahli Saudi secured their second consecutive continental title after a 1-0 victory over Japan’s Machida Zelvia in the final held in Jeddah, reinforcing the club’s dominance on the Asian stage.
Meanwhile, a touching moment within the team captured attention, as Brazilian defender Roger Ibañez delivered an emotional message of support to teammate Zakaria Hawsawi following the match.
A widely circulated video showed Ibañez emphasizing unity, sacrifice, and team spirit, highlighting that mistakes are part of football and do not diminish a player’s value or contribution.
This moment reflects the strong bond within Al-Ahli Saudi, where success is driven not only by technical excellence but also by solidarity and collective commitment—key factors behind their continental triumph.
