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Cristiano Ronaldo has urged his Al-Nassr team-mates to “study and transfer ahead collectively” after their disappointing exit from the King’s Cup final night time. Al-Nassr, the Saudi Professional League leaders, had been overwhelmed 2-1 within the final 16 by Al-Ittihad. It was a decided show from Sergio Conceicao’s males who put apart their inconsistent league kind to register a powerful…

Al-Shorta vs Al-Ittihad: Prediction for the Match on September 20, 2025 Al-Ittihad face Al-Shorta in the third match of the 2025-26 AFC Champions League Elite at Al-Madina stadium, looking to shake off their bad start to their AFC Champions League journey. Al-Ittihad have lost two consecutive AFC Champions League games, and they must immediately redeem themselves with a win here on…

🔥 Kessie Shines as Al-Ahli Storms to Victory | QuickTV Sports Hub ⚽

The Asian Champions League is heating up, and Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ahli made a commanding statement on Monday, cruising to a 4-0 victory over Qatar's Al-Gharafa in Jeddah. With the win, Al-Ahli tops the Elite Group standings, putting them in prime position as the competition heads toward its knockout stages. Let’s break down how the defending champions dominated the pitch and what it means for the Saudi Pro League clubs in this thrilling tournament.

⚡ First-Half Blitz: Al-Ahli Shows Their Power

Matthias Jaissle's side wasted no time asserting their dominance at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium. Enzo Millot opened the scoring in the 32nd minute with a clinical close-range volley that kissed the underside of the crossbar before settling in the net. Just six minutes later, former Barcelona midfielder Franck Kessie added a towering header to double the lead, showcasing his aerial prowess and perfect timing.

But Kessie wasn’t done. Before the halftime whistle, he charged through Al-Gharafa’s defense, receiving a precise return pass from Riyad Mahrez, and slotted home to make it 3-0. The first half performance was nothing short of devastating for the visitors, leaving fans and rivals alike stunned.

💥 Sealing the Victory: Al-Ahli’s Fourth Goal

The final nail in the coffin came 14 minutes from time when Saleh Abu Al-Shamat calmly rolled in the fourth goal. With this victory, Al-Ahli not only secured three crucial points but also sent a strong message to the other teams in the western league phase. They now sit atop the standings with seven points from three games, level with UAE’s Al-Wahda, who secured a 3-1 win against Qatar’s Al-Duhail in Abu Dhabi.

Saudi football fans are watching closely as Al-Hilal, another powerhouse, currently holds six points from two games and will face Al-Sadd on Tuesday. The league phase promises high-stakes clashes as the top eight teams advance to the knockout rounds in March.

🔥 Al-Ittihad’s Dramatic Comeback

Al-Ahli wasn’t the only Saudi side making headlines. Al-Ittihad overcame a shaky start to beat Iraq's Al-Shorta 4-1 in Baghdad. The visitors went behind in the fifth minute after Bassam Shakir’s early strike, but Moussa Diaby and Fabinho’s goals gave Al-Ittihad a halftime lead. Despite being reduced to ten men following Danilo Pereira’s second booking, Houssem Aouar scored twice in the second half, securing a comfortable victory for the Saudis.

Fabinho summed up the spirit of the team: "Even though we didn't start well, the spirit was very good from the team, the attitude was very good. We knew to get the three points today we needed to fight and we got the win."

⚽ Tractor FC Cruises Past Sharjah

Iran’s Tractor FC also made waves, recording a 5-0 victory over hosts Sharjah FC. Albania international Regi Lushkja led the charge, scoring twice in the opening 11 minutes to set the tone. Mehdi Hashemnejad, Danial Esmaeilifar, and Masoud Zayer Kazemayni added to the tally, ensuring a comprehensive win for Dragan Skocic’s side.

These results highlight how competitive and unpredictable the Asian Champions League can be. Each game brings intense action, breathtaking goals, and performances that could define careers.

🌟 Saudi Football on the Rise

With Al-Ahli and Al-Ittihad performing strongly, the Saudi Pro League is clearly making its mark in Asia. These victories are not just about points; they are about asserting dominance, building confidence, and energizing fans across the region. QuickTV Sports Hub fans can catch all the live updates and match highlights, making it easy to follow every twist and turn in the tournament.

Saudi clubs are demonstrating skill, resilience, and tactical brilliance. From Kessie’s incredible double to Aouar’s second-half heroics, the league is showcasing players who can perform under pressure, and it’s turning heads internationally.

💡 Stay Tuned With QuickTV Live Hub

For fans eager to keep track of the latest scores, player highlights, and team standings, QuickTV Live Hub is the go-to source. With in-depth coverage of the Asian Champions League and other major football tournaments, it’s your shortcut to all things soccer. Whether it’s Al-Ahli’s dominance or Tractor FC’s emphatic win, QuickTV Sports Hub ensures you never miss a moment.

🔥 Key Takeaways from Monday’s Action

Al-Ahli’s attacking mastery, Al-Ittihad’s comeback resilience, and Tractor FC’s explosive start all highlight one thing: the Asian Champions League is delivering unforgettable football. Fans are witnessing goals, drama, and tactical battles that set the stage for a thrilling road to March’s knockout rounds.

As the tournament progresses, the spotlight is firmly on the Saudi Pro League clubs, who are showing they can compete at the highest level in Asia. QuickTV Sports Hub will continue to bring you real-time updates, detailed analysis, and exclusive highlights from every match.

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – SEPTEMBER 12: Steven Bergwijn of Al Ittihad celebrates after scoring the 2nd goal during the Saudi Pro League match between Al Ittihad and Al-Fateh at Al Inmaa Stadium on September 12, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images) Missing their captain and star striker, Al-Ittihad showed no signs of slowing down as they beat Al-Fateh 4-2 at home in the…

Congrats again to LAurent Blanc for winning the saudi league with Al ittihad… many of the big money clubs in uefa have become infatuated with guardiola/barcelona coaches and they are free too. But I prefer coaches who have actually successfully coaches mid to small teams to victories or successes and I find the guardiola/barcelona coaches tend to do like Vincent Kompany very poorly with the burnley's of the world and that matters cause 90% of the clubs in the world are closer to Burnley than Bayern Munich And Congrats to Danilo Pereira , Steven Bergwijn, N'Golo Kanté , Fabinho , Karim Benzema, Houssem Aouar, Moussa Diaby and other players who won the Saudi League and will get a good chance to win the AFC champions league. LAurent Blanc still has a better goal differential than the only two psg coaches who have a better win percentage and none of those coaches is luis enrique. Blanc to me was the coach for PSG but they snubbed him for the barca/guardiola coaching passion project you see in many big money teams in uefa.

TO THE EXPANDED FOREIGN PLAYER ALLOWANCE IN THE SAUDI LEAGUE

I love it, again, the English Premier League does the same. In the decades I have watched EPL teams, many have one english player at times, so… I don't chagrin Saudi arabia for this move.

Saudi Pro League prepares major rule change that could transform global soccer

Cristiano Ronaldo’s move to Al Nassr in January 2023 marked the beginning of a transformative era for the Saudi Pro League. His arrival triggered a cascade of high-profile signings, including global stars like Karim Benzema, Neymar, N’Golo Kanté, Riyad Mahrez, and Sadio Mané. The league also attracted promising young talents such as Renato Veiga and Marcos Leonardo.

The arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo in January 2023 was the signal that ignited Saudi Arabia’s football boom. His move to Al Nassr set off a wave of star one-way arrivals to the Saudi Pro League.

Since then, the league has attracted world-class talent such as Karim Benzema, Neymar, N’Golo Kanté, and recognized stars like Rúben Neves, Houssem Aouar, Gelson Martins, Sergej Milinković-Savić, Ivan Toney, Riyad Mahrez, Sadio Mané, Matías Viña, and Nacho, as well as emerging youngsters like Renato Veiga, Marcos Leonardo, Mitaj, Angelo, and Renan.

When Cristiano landed in Saudi Arabia, the league was ready for a makeover—and it delivered. Initially, clubs were limited to 7 foreign players, later expanding to 8 to facilitate the arrival of elite talent. The impact was immediate. This past season, the rules evolved again, allowing 8 non-Asian foreign players plus a bonus of two U‑23 foreigners per team.

Now, according to a leading Saudi soccer program hosted by journalist Alshenaif, the Saudi Pro League is planning another seismic change. They plan to increase the foreign-player cap to 10 with no age restrictions, set to be approved by early August.

Each matchday, teams could field up to 8 foreign players, with 2 more allowed on the bench. This change aims to attract even more global stars as the transfer window opens July 20 and closes September 10.

This shift coincides with the rise of NEOM SC, a newly promoted club backed by funding from the futuristic NEOM city project on the Red Sea coast. Like Al Qadsiah last season, NEOM SC wants to be competitive from day one. They’ve already signed Alexandre Lacazette from Lyon and goalkeeper Theo Bulka, and a busy, star-studded summer is expected in the region.

Verdict: Al-Ittihad draw no guess Greatest Odds: 8/11 Bookmaker: Luckster Seeking to full a well-known home sweep on Friday evening, Al-Ittihad will welcome Al-Qadsiah to the King Abdullah Sports activities Metropolis with this season’s King’s Cup up for grabs. Al-Ittihad Beginning with the hosts, embarking on what has been a sensational Professional League romp this season, Al-Ittihad are…