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Al-Ahli defender Zakaria Hawsawi: Tough Sundowns clash ahead, but we are ready to win

Al-Ahli defender Zakaria Hawsawi says his team is prepared for a challenging away match against South Africa’s Sundowns on Saturday.

Al-Ahli defender Zakaria Hawsawi: Tough Sundowns clash ahead, but we are ready to win

Al-Ahli defender Zakaria Hawsawi anticipates a formidable challenge as his team prepares to host South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns in an away match on Saturday. Hawsawi highlighted the significance of the upcoming encounter at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, noting that the second leg of the continental knockout stage will demand the utmost effort from Al-Ahli.

"We are facing a tough match against Sundowns, and we are determined to give our all away from home," the defender stated to Ajel. "We fully understand the responsibility on our shoulders to achieve a positive result that reflects the stature of Al-Ahli and meets the expectations of our fans." Hawsawi also acknowledged the novelty of playing in South Africa, emphasizing that the unique atmosphere and readiness of the team could lead to a strong performance and a crucial win in the tournament.

The Saudi and Arab football fans eagerly await the result, as Al-Ahli strives for a positive away result to secure qualification and showcase their readiness for major titles this season.

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