Al-Ahly Fans Demand Change After Narrow Victory
Al-Ahly Jeddah secured a hard-fought 1-0 win against Al-Wahda on Friday, but the victory was overshadowed by a dramatic post-match confrontation. As club president Khaled Al-Issa attempted to leave the Jawhara Stadium, he found himself facing a barrage of angry fans demanding his resignation.
Videos circulating online depict Al-Issa stuck behind closed gates, a sea of agitated supporters chanting for a change in leadership. The incident highlights the growing frustration among Al-Ahly’s fanbase, who have seen their team struggle this season.
"[We] promised Al-Ahly and its loyal fans the honor of subjecting players and staff to a level of abusive language or behavior that does not befit the history of this ancient club,” stated former Al-Hilal star Youssef Al-Thunayan, reacting to the scene.
Al-Thunayan, while acknowledging the challenges facing the club, defended Al-Issa’s position, arguing that he "is still the president of the club" and deserves respect. He further called on the Al-Ahly Fans Association to issue a formal apology, emphasizing the organization’s long and respected history.
President Khaled Al-Issa is running away from #Al-Ahly fans pic.twitter.com/cGcp6Jq4Y1
– AHLI XTRA – Ahli Extra (@AhliXtra) November 29, 2024
This latest outburst reflects a broader discontent among supporters. The season has been marred by a string of disappointments, including a heartbreaking loss to rivals Al-Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup on penalties and a shock early exit from the Two Holy Mosques Cup at the hands of a lower division team.
Despite the domestic struggles, Al-Ahly remains a force to be reckoned with in the Asian arena. They are currently undefeated in the AFC Champions League, having secured a perfect record after five games and guaranteeing their place in the knockout rounds.
Currently sitting in sixth place in the league with 20 points, Al-Ahly trails league leaders Al-Ittihad by a significant 10 points. With Al-Ittihad set to play Al-Ittifaq on Saturday, the gap could widen even further, adding fuel to the growing calls for change within the club.
2024-11-30 06:00:00
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