AFC Champions League
After a goalless first half, Shabab Al Ahli found their scoring boots with Aziz Ganiyev, Renan and Mu'nas Dabbur finding the back on the net to set up an enticing clash against Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr in the playoff next Tuesday.
"I congratulate the players for the win and qualifying to play against Al Nassr in the next round.
"We had several chances in the first half which we didn't put away. However, we maintained our focus in the second half and that secured us the win," said Nikolic.
The Serbian said Shabab Al Ahli's immediate focus will be on their opening 2023-24 UAE Pro League tie against Ajman on Friday before turning their attention to a star-studded Al Nassr side.
Al Wehdat head coach Darko Nestorovic (pictured above) said he was satisfied with performance of his players despite the defeat.
"The result doesn't reflect the performance as indvidual differences decided the match.
"Shabab Al Ahli utilised their set-pieces to score and this was a good lesson for Al Wehdat, as we have a problem dealing with set-pieces."
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