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#AlAhli fans are up in arms, and it’s not without reason. Last season, they had the highest attendance, but now they’re planning boycotts and walkouts before kickoff. The frustration isn’t just about results on the field. It’s about how the club is being treated compared to other PIF-owned teams like #AlHilal, #AlIttihad, and #AlNassr.
Here’s what went down: Al-Ahli qualified for the AFC Champions League Elite and was set to play their home game at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah. Before the season started, the Saudi League held off releasing the schedule for matchweeks 3-8, waiting for the Champions League draw to avoid conflicts.
Smart, right?
🤦 Well, after the draw, they dropped the schedule. But here’s where things get messy.
AFC regulations require control of the stadium two days before the match to prepare for the event. Despite this, the Saudi League scheduled an Al-Ittihad match, a direct rival and another PIF-owned club, at the same venue just one day before Al-Ahli’s AFC match. This forced Al-Ahli to move the match to a smaller stadium, angering fans who feel like their club is being sidelined.
To add fuel to the fire, unconfirmed reports suggest that the league was surprised to learn that Al-Ahli even qualified for the AFC Champions League. Fans see this as a clear sign that their club isn’t getting the same respect as the others, and now they’re ready to make their voices heard.
#AlAhli #SaudiLeague #AFCChampionsLeague
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