Al Ahli fans to fly to China for AFC Champions League final

Wednesday, 4 November 2015 12:08

A special flight will carry UAE football fans to China for the AFC Champions League final between Al Ahli and Guangzhou Evergrande. It follows the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces. Al Ahli is bidding to become the first UAE team to win Asia’s top club competition since 2003. The Dubai side will travel to Guangzhou for the second leg final on November 21, while the first leg will be played at Al Rashid Stadium on November 7.

More from Sports News

Pogacar wins third Flanders crown but faces fine for running red light

Tadej Pogacar has clinched a record-equalling third Tour of Flanders title on Sunday, but the Slovenian could face a fine from local authorities after running a red light at a railway crossing.
Thuram and Martinez star as Inter dismantle Roma

Inter Milan delivered a ruthless attacking masterclass to dismantle AS Roma 5-2 at home on Sunday, tightening their grip on the Serie A title as Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez spearheaded the rout.
Silva to exit Man City at end of season, assistant manager confirms

Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva will leave the club at the end of the season, assistant manager Pep Lijnders confirmed on Sunday.
Penalty heroics help Leeds beat West Ham to reach FA Cup semis

Leeds United goalkeeper Lucas Perri saved two penalties as they edged past West Ham United 4-2 in a shootout, after their FA Cup quarter-final tie ended 2-2 after extra time.
Pogačar wins Tour of Flanders for record-equalling third time

Tadej Pogačar won the Tour of Flanders for a third time on Sunday, cementing his place among cycling’s all-time greats with another dominant performance.