Al-Hilal's recent performance in the AFC Champions League marked a remarkable week for Saudi teams, rounding off a series of successful matches. In their latest outing, Al-Hilal secured a dominant 5-0 victory against the Iranian club Persepolis, solidifying their position at the top of their group with maximum points from their first two matches(
This victory comes on the heels of strong performances from other Saudi teams in the tournament. Notably, Al-Nassr and Al-Ahli also triumphed in their respective matches earlier in the week, contributing to a clean sweep for Saudi Arabian clubs in the group stages of the competition(
Al-Hilal's impressive form has put them in a strong position as they aim for another title in this prestigious tournament, reflecting the growing strength and competitiveness of Saudi football on the continental stage
Al-Hilal delivered an impressive performance in the AFC Champions League, defeating Al-Shorta of Iraq 5-0, marking their second consecutive win in the tournament and contributing to a perfect week for Saudi clubs
). This victory came after Al-Nassr and Al-Ahli also secured wins, showcasing the strength of Saudi teams in Asia's premier club competition(
The match, held in Riyadh, saw Al-Hilal dominate from the start. The first goal was scored just 11 minutes in when Marcos Leonardo tapped in a rebound after a save from Al-Shorta's goalkeeper(
). Shortly after, Aleksandar Mitrovic extended the lead with a header, putting Al-Hilal in a commanding position