Saudi Arabia's Al Ahli secured their first Asian Champions League title by defeating Japan's Kawasaki Frontale 2-0 in a thrilling match at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium. Galeno opened the scoring in the 35th minute, followed by Franck Kessié’s header just minutes later. This victory positions Al Ahli as the third Saudi club to win the prestigious title, joining Al Ittihad and Al Hilal. Goalkeeper Édouard Mendy expressed pride in their accomplishment, emphasizing the importance of winning in front of their supportive home crowd.
Brazil winger Galeno broke Kawasaki's resistance in the 35th minute when he bent an unstoppable strike into the top corner to send the home side on the way to their first Asian title, with Franck Kessié heading in the second seven minutes later.
We are so proud. Once we knew the final eight would be played in Jeddah it was our goal to be champions in front of our fans... it's to make history, to continue to win trophies and make this club as big as it was before.
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