AFC Champions League™ 2022 (WEST) – Stats & Facts

Sun, 17 Apr, 2022

AFC Champions League™ 2022 (WEST) – Stats & Facts

Riyadh: With the AFC Champions League™ 2022 (West) group stage at the halfway mark, the action has been nothing short of thrilling.

As the 20 teams get set for the reverse fixtures over the coming days, join the-AFC.com as we take a closer look at the stats and facts that caught the eye.

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Gracia lauds Al Sadd's second half display in Al Wehdat comeback victory

Sat, 16 Apr, 2022

Gracia lauds Al Sadd's second half display in Al Wehdat comeback victory

Dammam: Al Sadd SC head coach Javi Gracia lauded his side’s second-half display as they came from 2-1 down at halftime to defeat Al Wehdat 5-2 in Group E of the AFC Champions League™ 2022 on Friday.

Akram Afif had given Al Sadd the lead from the penalty spot midway through the first, but two goals in quick succession from Ahmed Sameer and Mohammed Anas sent Al Wehdat into the dressing rooms with the advantage.

Gracia’s men came back from the break a different side, dominating and cruising past their opponents. Santi Cazorla’s powerful strike brought them level, Andre Ayew headed home the third before substitutes Rodrigo Tabata and Mohammed Waad added their name to the scoresheet to complete the rout.

Special bond with Al Hilal players makes us harder to beat, says Diaz

Sat, 16 Apr, 2022

Special bond with Al Hilal players makes us harder to beat, says Diaz

Riyadh: Al Hilal head coach Ramon Diaz believes the mutual bond with his players is key to success following their 1-0 win over Tajikistan’s Istiklol in their AFC Champions League™ 2022  Group A tie on Friday. 

Following a goalless first half at the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium, Al Hilal broke the deadlock in the 52nd minute courtesy of skipper Salman Al Faraj’s volley to seal the victory for the defending champions.

The result leaves Al Hilal with nine points, five ahead of Qatar’s Al Rayyan and Sharjah of UAE, while Istiklol remain without a point.

Result is all that matters, says Al Faisaly’s Tavares

Sat, 16 Apr, 2022

Result is all that matters, says Al Faisaly’s Tavares

Dammam: Al Faisaly striker Julio Tavares admitted his side did not put in their best performance despite defeating FC Nasaf 1-0 in Matchday Three of the AFC Champions League™ 2022 Group E on Friday.

The Cape Verdean forward got the only goal of the night 29 minutes into a game in which Al Faisaly were second best throughout, conceding play and needing to dig deep to hold on for valuable three points.

Cordova happy with Sharjah draw, Olaroiu laments off day

Sat, 16 Apr, 2022

Cordova happy with Sharjah draw, Olaroiu laments off day

Riyadh: Head coach Nicolas Cordova promised Al Rayyan will improve following a 1-1 draw against Sharjah in their AFC Champions League™ 2022  Group A tie on Friday. 

Sharjah took the lead through Bernard’s free-kick at the stroke of half-time but Al Rayyan fought back with Steven N'zonzi netting the  equaliser.

The result leaves Sharjah and Al Rayyan locked on four points with the UAE side ahead on goal difference.