AFC Champions League Elite
The result reignites the Qatari side's hopes following a slow start to their campaign with Belmadi commending his players’ for their response to a difficult past few weeks.
#ACLElite | Al Duhail SC (QAT) 4-1 Shabab Al Ahli (UAE)
“The players showed an outstanding level during this match, and we saw a strong reaction,” said Belmadi. “We are happy with this resounding victory. I am confident in the team's ability to always perform at their best and maintain this level.
“We controlled the flow of the match and were quicker in regaining possession, which allowed us to gain several advantages. The challenge for us is how to maintain this high standard. The secret to our success today was the collective effort of every member of the team.”
For Paulo Sousa, it was a night of frustration as his Shabab Al Ahli’s good start to the campaign came to a resounding end.
“This match served as a harsh lesson, and we must learn from it well,” said Sousa. “We made many mistakes and gave the opponents space in our back line.We conceded an early goal and faced significant difficulties in dealing with being behind so early.
“We had opportunities to get back into the game at the beginning of the second half, but we squandered them. We must put this match behind us and look forward to making amends in the upcoming games.”
Shabab Al Ahli will be aiming to bounce back when they take on Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad Club on November 24, while Al Duhail entertain Qatar’s Al Gharafa.
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