Al-Ahli defender Ibañez to miss Al-Fateh clash as recovery continues

Al-Ahli Jeddah defender Roger Ibañez continues his rehabilitation after sustaining an injury in the Intercontinental Cup defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns.

• Al-Ahli Jeddah lost 1-2 to Mamelodi Sundowns on 19 September 2026, exiting the Intercontinental Cup; Ibañez was injured in that match.
• The club said Ibañez undergoes daily medical evaluation, with his return to group training depending on his response to treatment.
• Ibañez and Zakaria Hawsawi will miss Al-Ahli's match against Al-Fateh on 9 October in round eight of the Saudi Pro League.