Ivan Toney leads Al-Ahli attack against Pakhtakor in AFC Elite Champions League opener
Al-Ahli kick off their AFC Elite Champions League campaign against Uzbekistan’s Pakhtakor on Monday, with Ivan Toney starting up front.
Key Takeaways
AIAl-Ahli begin their AFC Elite Champions League campaign with a match against Uzbekistan’s Pakhtakor on Monday evening at Al-Inma Stadium, marking the first round of the 2026-2027 league stage, after the coaching staff settled on the starting lineup.
English striker Ivan Toney leads Al-Ahli’s attack alongside Goncalves and Galeno, while the midfield features Diaby, Masoud, and Saleh Abu Al-Shamat.
In defense, Al-Ahli rely on Baattia, Hamed, Merih Demiral, and Saad Al-Bulaid, with Edouard Mendy in goal.
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Al-Ahli’s starting lineup against Pakhtakor is as follows:
Goalkeeper: Edouard Mendy.
Defenders: Baattia, Hamed, Merih Demiral, Saad Al-Bulaid.
Midfielders: Diaby, Masoud, Saleh Abu Al-Shamat.
Forwards: Goncalves, Galeno, Ivan Toney.