Inzaghi hails tough win as Al-Hilal defeat Al-Gharafa in AFC Elite Champions League
Al-Hilal coach Simone Inzaghi praised his side’s performance after a hard-fought victory over Qatar’s Al-Gharafa in the 2026-2027 AFC Elite Champions League.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr suffered a 4-0 defeat to Al-Ain in the Asian Champions League Elite on Tuesday. Al-Nassr, the Saudi Arabian champions, had never won the tournament before. Houssine Rahimi, Houssine's brother, and Soufiane Rahimi scored for Al-Ain. Ronaldo attempted a late free kick but it was saved by the goalkeeper.
Al-Nassr coach Ange Postecoglou acknowledged the team's poor performance, stating they gave everything they had. The result leaves Al-Nassr with one win in their last four matches. Four-time champion Al-Hilal secured a 2-1 victory against Al-Gharafa after both teams played with ten men. Al-Ahli and Al-Ittihad drew 1-1 with Pakhtakor and Al-Shamal, respectively. Al-Qadsiah started with a 2-1 win over Al-Wasl.
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