LIVE BLOG: Al Ahly vs Esperance - TotalEnergies CAF Champions ...
Published: Saturday, 25 May 2024
1824 GMT: 60 minutes gone, and still Ahly leading 1-0. Both defenses are standing strong, but the attacking players are starting to find more space.
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Second half begins. Both teams will be looking to score goals, take control of the match and win the game with the advantage going to Ahly with their first half lead.1748 GMT:
End of the first half. It’s still Ahly 1-0 Esperance, unlike the first leg. A tight and tense affair so far but the side are in the lead.1730 GMT: One goal has been scored in this second leg and Al Ahly have had the better of the early chances. ES Tunis are holding firm at the back.
1704 GMT: GOALLLL!!!!
Own goal by Roger Aholou puts Ahly ahead in Cairo, Ahly 1-0 Esperance to leave the home fans in ruptures1700 GMT:
Kickoff! We’re underway at the Cairo International Stadium. Stay tuned for live updates of all the action.
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Pre-match ceremonies are about to begin. Both teams have ended the pitch warm up. The atmosphere in the stadium is electric.1630 GMT: In their last six matches, Al Ahly have won five and drawn one, scoring 14 goals. ES Tunis have won three, drawn two, and lost one, scoring six goals.
1615 GMT: Need live updates? Click right here on CafOnline.com for real-time commentary and stats.
Also some entertainment from Mohamed Ramadan that lifts the roof of the Cairo Stadium
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Where to watch: The match will be broadcast by CAF's official TV partners. Check local listings for details. Also the teams are in the stadium and Ahly coach is filming the beauty:1545 GMT: Prize money: The winners of today’s final will take home $4 million, while the runners-up will receive $2 million. Check out the teams as they arrive in the stadium:
1530 GMT: Historic context: Al Ahly have won the Champions League 11 times, the most in history. ES Tunis are aiming for their fifth title and first since 2019.
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The official match ball for today’s game is the "OLA" by Puma, specially designed for the Champions League. The fans are also out here in force to deliver:1500 GMT: Both teams have remarkable defensive records this season. Al Ahly have not conceded in 809 minutes, while ES Tunis have kept opponents scoreless for 822 minutes.
1445 GMT: Key players to watch: For Al Ahly, Hussein El Shahat and Kahraba have been standout performers, while Yan Sasse and Yassine Meriah are the main threats for ES Tunis.
1430 GMT: Coaches Marcel Koller and Miguel Cardoso will be crucial in today’s tactical battle. Read more about their strategies in our article [Koller and Cardoso clash in TotalEnergies CAF Champions League Final dugout duel].
1415 GMT: Al Ahly have been dominant in recent encounters against ES Tunis, unbeaten in their last five meetings and outscoring the Tunisian side 8-0 during this streak.
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Kickoff time for today’s match is 1700 GMT. Make sure to stay with us for minute-by-minute updates.1345 GMT: The Cairo International Stadium is the venue for today’s match. It’s a historic ground that has witnessed many great football moments.
And the dressing rooms are ready
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A quick look back at the first leg in Tunisia, which ended in a goalless draw. Both teams had their chances, but stout defenses prevailed. Ahly are seeking to make a record:
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Al Ahly and Esperance have both enjoyed stellar runs to reach this final. Al Ahly are unbeaten in their last 19 Champions League matches, while ES Tunis have kept clean sheets in their last five knockout matches.1300 GMT: Welcome to our live coverage of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League final second-leg. We’re all set for a thrilling match between Al Ahly and ES Tunis. Stay tuned for updates leading up to the 1700 GMT kickoff.
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Welcome to our live blog coverage of the second leg of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League final, where Al Ahly and ES Tunis clash at the Cairo International Stadium.
After a tense 0-0 draw in the first leg at Stade Olympique Hammadi Agrebi, both teams are ready to leave it all on the pitch in this decisive match.
Stay with us for live updates, commentary, and all the key moments from this thrilling encounter as it unfolds. Kickoff is at 1700 GMT.
