Egyptian giants
Al-Ahly secured their place in a record-extending 17th African Champions League
final after a dominant 3-0 victory over Congolese side Mazembe in the second
leg of their semi-final tie.
This marks their
fifth consecutive appearance in the continental showpiece.
The Red Devils, who
emerged victorious at Cairo International Stadium on Friday evening, have now
reached the final stage a staggering 17 times throughout their illustrious
history.
They have lifted the
coveted trophy on 11 occasions, solidifying their position as the most
decorated club in the Champions League.
Prior to this
victory, Al-Ahly had already secured 16 final appearances. They have emerged
triumphant in 11 finals, while falling short on five occasions. This latest
achievement sees them surpass their previous record and set their sights on a
historic 12th title.
Head Coach Marcel
Koller emphasized the importance of capitalizing on the fervent home support to
secure an early lead and stifle the morale of the Congolese outfit. This
strategy proved successful, propelling Al-Ahly towards their record-breaking
final appearance.
Fresh off their
victory in the last edition against Wydad AC of Morocco, Al-Ahly is determined
to repeat their success and etch their name further into Champions League
folklore.
Source: The Egyptian
Gazette
