AFC Champions League Elite: Al Shorta vs. Al-Ahli SFC - A Clash of Fortunes in the Elite Stage

Al Shorta, currently second-to-last in the West Zone with one point, have already been eliminated from the competition. Their recent form is poor, with only two wins, one draw, and seven losses in their last ten matches. Their attack and defence have been weak, averaging 0.6 goals scored and 1.6 goals conceded per game. In the AFC Champions League Elite, Al Shorta has managed only one draw and four losses in five matches, scoring just two goals while conceding 12, resulting in a high average of 2.4 goals conceded per game, highlighting their overall lack of strength. Al-Ahli SFC currently holds fourth place in the West Zone with 10 points and has virtually secured a spot in the knockout stage. Their recent form is consistent, with six wins, three draws, and one loss in their last ten matches. They have shown balanced performance in attack and defence, averaging 2.4 goals scored and 1.2 goals conceded per game. In the AFC Champions League Elite, Al-Ahli SFC has scored 12 goals in five matches, averaging 2.4 goals per game, and conceded only six goals, demonstrating their strong ability. The two teams have met five times historically, with Al-Ahli SFC holding a significant advantage. Last season in the AFC Champions League, Al-Ahli SFC defeated Al Shorta 5-1 at home, with Firmino scoring twice and Mahrez bagging a brace. In the first leg this season, Al-Ahli SFC also secured a victory. Considering the comparison of strength, Al-Ahli SFC holds a clear advantage in squad depth, recent form, and historical encounters. Whether Al Shorta can create a miracle with home advantage remains to be seen, while Al-Ahli SFC needs to go all out to earn points in the away game. Based on recent form, Al-Ahli SFC has been stable away, while Al Shorta's home performance has been average. The away team is expected to have the upper hand in this match. Recommendation: Over 2.75