Football beyond mainstream
In a historic night for Saudi football, Al-Ahli claimed their maiden AFC Champions League title after a commanding 2-0 win over Japan’s Kawasaki Frontale in the final on Saturday. The match, held at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, saw the Saudi giants deliver a clinical performance to lift the prestigious trophy. Under the…
Japanese side to face Al-Ahli Jeddah in summit clash after thrilling 3-2 semifinal victory. Kawasaki Frontale booked their spot in the AFC Champions League Elite 2025 final after edging past Saudi giants Al-Nassr 3-2 in a pulsating semifinal clash at Al-Inma Bank Stadium. The match, witnessed by 29,000 fans, saw Cristiano Ronaldo’s dream of continental…
Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal secured a dominant 7-0 victory over South Korea’s Guangzhou in the AFC Champions League Elite quarterfinals on Friday, booking their place in the semifinals in spectacular fashion. The match, held at Al-Inma Stadium, saw the Blue Waves deliver a historic performance, equaling their biggest-ever win in the competition and setting multiple records. …
Odisha FC took an early lead in the fourth minute through Jerry Mawihmingthanga. Dori’s clever header set up Jerry, who adjusted quickly to fire a high-footed shot into the bottom right corner of the net. Odisha’s defence remained resolute throughout the first half, denying Kerala Blasters an equaliser. The Blasters responded strongly in the second…
