Esperance Defeat Al Ahly 1-0 in CAF Champions League Quarter-Final First Leg; Belamri, Bencharki Start
T.E (Elbotola)
15 March 2026at23:00
Esperance of Tunisia secured a 1-0 victory over Egyptian Al Ahly in the CAF Champions League quarter-final first leg, held at Hammadi Agrebi Stadium in Rades.
The match saw Moroccan duo Youssef Belamri and Achraf Bencharki feature in Al Ahly's starting lineup.
Both teams started the first half with intensity, leading to a fierce midfield battle but few clear scoring chances for either side.
The second half largely mirrored the first in terms of play, until Esperance were awarded a penalty kick, which Mohamed Amine Tougai successfully converted in the 73rd minute.
Al Ahly will host Esperance in the second leg at Cairo International Stadium next Friday, March 20.
Q&A
What was the outcome of the CAF Champions League quarter-final first leg between Esperance and Al Ahly?
Esperance secured a 1-0 victory over Al Ahly in the CAF Champions League quarter-final first leg. The Tunisian side scored from a penalty in the 73rd minute, giving them a crucial advantage heading into the second leg.
How did the first leg match between Esperance and Al Ahly unfold?
The match at Hammadi Agrebi Stadium was a fierce midfield battle with few clear scoring chances for either side in the first half. Esperance broke the deadlock in the second half with a successful penalty conversion, ultimately securing their narrow lead.
What are the next steps for Al Ahly and Esperance in the CAF Champions League?
Al Ahly will host Esperance in the decisive second leg of the CAF Champions League quarter-final. The Egyptian giants will need to overcome their one-goal deficit at Cairo International Stadium to advance in the competition.
