Al-Hilal Arrive Early in Kigali Ahead of RS Berkane Clash
T.E (Elbotola)
16 March 2026at17:28
Al-Hilal's delegation arrived in Kigali, Rwanda, on Monday, ahead of their CAF Champions League quarter-final second leg against RS Berkane.
The return leg is scheduled for next Sunday at Amahoro Stadium in the Rwandan capital. The Sudanese team is expected to begin their preparatory training this evening to get ready for this crucial encounter.
The first leg, held at the Municipal Stadium in Berkane, ended in a 1-1 draw. Al-Hilal opened the scoring early through their player Abdurazaq Yakubu Rufai in the 13th minute, before the Moroccan side equalized in stoppage time from a penalty by Mounir Chouiar in the 90+9th minute.
RS Berkane will be looking to rectify the situation in the second leg to maintain their chances of qualifying for the next round of the continental competition.
What happened in the first leg between Al-Hilal and RS Berkane?
The first leg of the CAF Champions League quarter-final between Al-Hilal and RS Berkane ended in a 1-1 draw. Al-Hilal scored early through Abdurazaq Yakubu Rufai, but the Moroccan side equalized with a penalty in stoppage time.
How are Al-Hilal preparing for the second leg in Kigali?
Al-Hilal's delegation arrived in Kigali on Monday to prepare for their crucial CAF Champions League quarter-final second leg. The Sudanese team plans to begin their preparatory training this evening, aiming to be fully ready for the upcoming match.
What are the stakes for RS Berkane in the upcoming match?
RS Berkane faces a critical challenge in the second leg, needing to rectify the 1-1 draw from the first match. They must secure a favorable result to maintain their chances of qualifying for the next round of the continental competition.
