In the eagerly anticipated first leg of the CAF Champions League final, Egyptian champions Al Ahly secured a 2-1 victory over Wydad from Morocco. The match, held in Cairo, provided an intense and thrilling contest between the two teams.
Al Ahly took the lead just before halftime when South African international Percy Tau headed the ball into the net. The home team extended their advantage in the 59th minute with a goal from Mahmoud Kahraba. However, Wydad’s substitute Saifeddine Bouhra scored a late goal in the 86th minute, giving his team a crucial away goal.
Al Ahly supporters expressed their frustration with the referee’s decisions during the match. They believed their team should have been awarded a clear penalty, which could have had a significant impact on the final result. Despite the disappointment, Al Ahly’s victory puts them in a favorable position ahead of the return leg.
On the other hand, Wydad supporters were pleased with their team’s late goal, which keeps their hopes alive for winning their fourth African Cup. They acknowledged that Wydad had a slow start but improved in the second half. One supporter predicted a 3-1 victory for Wydad in the next match.
The attention now turns to the return leg, which will be held at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco, next Sunday. Both teams will be determined to give their all and secure the prestigious CAF Champions League title. Football fans can expect another thrilling encounter as the battle for African club supremacy continues.
