Wydad’s Late Goal Spoils Al-Ahly’s CAF Champions League Celebration

Al-Ahly secured a 2-1 victory over Wydad AC in the first leg of the African Champions League final, bringing them one step closer to their 11th continental title. The Egyptians had a strong start, with Percy Tau scoring a header in the first half and Kahraba adding another goal on the hour mark. However, Wydad AC managed to score a late goal, leaving the second leg of the final finely poised. The match will take place in Casablanca next Sunday, where Al-Ahly will face a hostile atmosphere and a big crowd. Despite the pre-match news that Mohamed El-Shenawy had recovered from a calf injury, third-choice goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir came in as the second choice stopper due to injury. Shobeir stood out and made several impressive saves throughout the game. The Moroccans had barely been visible as an attacking force until shortly before half-time when they started to ask a few questions. In the second half, Wydad AC came out with more urgency and managed to score a goal after 68 minutes. With four minutes remaining, Saifeddine Bouhra scored a late goal for Wydad AC, changing the complexion of the tie. Despite feeling defeated at the end of the game, Al-Ahly still has a chance to secure their 11th continental title in the second leg of the final.