The Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar-es-Salam resonated with exhilarating tension on the evening of Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Indeed, the scene of the match of the first day of the group stage of the African Football Champions League between Young Africans and Al Hilal captivated the attention of all football fans.
Under the guise of Florent Ibenge, Al Hilal had to show patience and perseverance to snatch a precious victory on the ground of their Tanzanian opponents. Despite a goalless draw at half-time, the determination of the Sudanese players finally paid off in the second half. It was Coulibaly, on a pass from Abaker, who opened the scoring shortly after the hour mark, giving his team the advantage.
Confirmation of this dominance came in the final moments of the match, when Mozamil scored a second goal in the 90th minute, sealing Al Hilal’s victory on Young Africans’ pitch.
This start to the group stage could not have been more ideal for Ibenge and his team. With a 2-0 victory against a tough opposing team, Al Hilal is already showing its ambition and determination in this prestigious continental competition.
The next challenge looks set to be a big one for Al Hilal, who will face TP Mazembe on Matchday 2 of the African Champions League on December 8, 2024. This match promises to be thrilling and decisive for the rest of the competition.
In short, this victory by Al Hilal against Young Africans demonstrates the strength and cohesion of the Sudanese team, as well as the tactical mastery of Florent Ibenge. The Benjamin Mkapa Stadium vibrated to the rhythm of this intense match, offering spectators a memorable evening and reinforcing the excitement around this prestigious competition.