Pitso Mosimane’s Al-Ahli Saudi FC have taken a massive step towards gaining promotion to the Saudi Pro League after a narrow win on Monday.
Ahli edged relegation candidates Al-Sahel 3-1 at the Prince Saud Bin Jalawi Stadium. The crucial win was earned through goals by Haithan Asiri, Ryad Biudebouz and Hicham Faik.
PROMOTION WITHIN TOUCHING DISTANCE
The result saw Mosimane’s side take another big step towards securing their spot in the lucrative Saudi topflight next season.
Mosimane was mandated to guide the team back into the land of milk and honey. This was after they were relegated for the first time in their history last season.
And the former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly mentor appears to be well on course to fulfilling that mandate. In fact, he has even exceeded some expectations.
Ahli are just four points away from confirming their return to the Saudi topflight, and they have five matches remaining.
So far, Mosimane’s side have amassed 62 points from their 29 matches. They are fighting for the title in the South African’s first season.
They remain at the summit of the table ahead of rivals Al-Akhdoud who are only a solitary point behind, having played a game less.
Al-Akhdoud edged Jeddah 3-2 in their match, which kicked off simultaneously as they continue to breathe down Ahli’s neck in the exciting race for the title.
They could topple Ahli on Sunday should they get a favourable result when they face Ohod, with Ahly only playing their next match next Wednesday.
EXCITING RACE FOR THE TITLE
Ahli will face Hajer Club in their next match, another must-win in their bid to win the title.
Mosimane’s side will also m to within just one point from confirming thnow imminent return to the big time.
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