Mahrez, Toney, Firmino are Hong Kong-bound as Al-Ahli replace Al-Hilal in Saudi Super Cup
Al-Hilal officially withdrew this week, citing fatigue concerns following their involvement in the Fifa Club World Cup in the United States.
Al-Ahli, whose squad includes Riyad Mahrez, Ivan Toney and Roberto Firmino, announced their participation on the club's social media accounts on Wednesday.
They will play Al-Qadisiyah at Hong Kong Stadium on August 20.
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