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Sharjah 24
11-03-2025
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
Sharjah to face Shabab Al Ahli in AFC Champions League quarter
First-leg draw sets up exciting second leg The first leg, played last week at Rashid Stadium in Dubai, ended in a 1-1 draw, leaving both sides hungry to secure their progression to the next round. Sharjah completed their main training session yesterday, while Shabab Al Ahli will hold their final training at the match venue today . Both teams have shown strong form Shabab Al Ahli, currently at the top of the ADNOC Pro League, reached the quarter-finals by overcoming Jordan's Al-Wehdat 6-3 on aggregate in the Round of 16. On the other hand, Sharjah, runners-up in the UAE league, advanced after defeating Jordan's Al-Hussein Irbid in a penalty shootout, following two 1-1 draws . Key players to watch Sharjah will look to star forward Caio Lucas, who scored in the first leg and has netted four goals in his last four tournament matches. Meanwhile, Shabab Al Ahli will rely on in-form striker Sardar Azmoun, who has already scored five goals in the knockout rounds . Historical context and rivalry Shabab Al Ahli, runners-up in the 2015 AFC Champions League under the previous format, aims to reach the semi-finals again, boasting an impressive 26-match unbeaten streak across all competitions. Meanwhile, Sharjah is determined to make history by qualifying for the semi-finals for the first time . A month of intense rivalry Tomorrow's match will be one of five encounters between the two sides this month across various competitions. In addition to the AFC Champions League fixtures, they will meet in the two-legged semi-finals of the Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Cup, followed by a league showdown in the 19th round of the ADNOC Pro League . Semi-final showdown awaits The winner of this quarter-final will face either Iran's Tractor Sazi or Saudi Arabia's Al-Taawoun in the semi-finals. The first leg of their encounter ended in a goalless draw, with the decisive second leg taking place tonight at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium .
Jordan Times
19-02-2025
- Sport
- Jordan Times
Hussein Irbid exits AFC Champions League in dramatic shootout
AMMAN — Hussein Irbid's remarkable journey in the AFC Champions League came to an end after penalty shootout against UAE's Sharjah FC. The Jordanian club, participating in its second-ever appearance in the AFC competition, bowed out in the Round of 16 after a valiant effort that saw the tie decided from the spot. The second-leg clash, held at Sharjah Stadium, saw Hussein Irbid take a crucial lead in the 41st minute through a well-placed header by Ndiaye, which was finished off by Mahmoud Mardi. This gave the Jordanian side a 1-0 lead on the night, matching the result of the first leg in Amman, where Sharjah had secured victory courtesy of a goal from Caio. With both teams level on aggregate (1-1), the match extended into extra time. After a tense 30 minutes of additional play with neither side able to find a breakthrough, the game proceeded to penalties, where Sharjah triumphed 4-2 after Hussein Irbid missed three spot-kicks. Despite the heartbreak, Hussein Irbid's campaign in this year's AFC Champions League was an admirable one. The team navigated through the group stage, playing six matches in total—winning three, drawing one, and losing twice—to secure a historic knockout-stage qualification. Under the guidance of head coach Joao Mota, Hussein Irbid performed impressively given the significant financial disparity between the two teams. Sharjah FC boasts a squad value of approximately 42.58 million euros, compared with Hussein Irbid's modest 3.58 million euros budget. The Jordanian side showcased resilience and tactical discipline, proving that determination can narrow the gap between financial giants and emerging clubs. With Hussein Irbid's exit, Jordan's hopes in the tournament now rest on Al-Wehdat, the country's remaining representative. Al-Wehdat will face UAE's Shabab Al Ahli at Rashid Stadium on Wednesday, aiming to overturn a 2-0 deficit from the first-leg encounter in Amman. While Hussein Irbid's campaign has ended, their performance in this year's competition highlights the growing competitiveness of Jordanian football on the continental stage. The experience gained will undoubtedly serve as a stepping stone for future regional and international success.
Sharjah 24
18-02-2025
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
Sharjah advances to AFC Champions League quarter-finals.
The Jordanian team secured a 1-0 advantage during regular time, leading the match into extra time, which concluded with the same score. After securing a 1-0 win in the first leg at Amman International Stadium, Sharjah equalised the aggregate score at 1-1, resulting in extra time and eventually a penalty shootout, where they emerged victorious. In the upcoming round, Sharjah will face the winner of Wednesday's match between Shabab Al Ahli and Jordan's Al-Wehdat.
