Watkins on target to keep Al-Hilal perfect in Asian Champions League
LONDON: Al-Hilal secured a 2-0 win over Qatar’s Al-Sadd in Doha on Tuesday with Ollie Watkins’ improvised finish sending the Saudi Pro League outfit on their way to a second successive Asian Champions League Elite win.
Al-Hilal maintained their perfect record in the Asian Champions League with a 2-0 victory over Qatar's Al-Sadd on Tuesday. The Saudi Pro League side's Ollie Watkins scored the opening goal in the 40th minute, following a foul by Agustin Soria in the penalty area. Watkins praised his effort, stating, "I felt like I worked hard for the team, I got my goal and that's what I'm here to do, get goals for the team."
Ruben Neves added a penalty in the 65th minute, extending Al-Hilal's winning streak. Shabab Al-Ahli from the UAE, who beat Al-Ittihad 2-1 in Jeddah, now shares the top spot with Al-Hilal, both sitting six points back after round one of the eight-match league phase. Meanwhile, Al-Ain and Iran's Esteghlal also boast perfect records after two rounds in the tournament.
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