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Late Gonçalves goal gives Al-Ahli 2-1 win over Al-Gharafa
October 26, 2026 at 07:03 PM
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Al-Ahli Saudi beat Qatar's Al-Gharafa 2-1 with a late Matheus Gonçalves goal in matchday three of the AFC Champions League Elite league stage on Monday.
- Ivan Toney opened the scoring for Al-Ahli in the fifth minute at home.
- Florinel Coman equalized for Al-Gharafa in the 53rd minute.
- Seydou Sanou was sent off with a second yellow card in the 77th minute, leaving his side with ten men.
- Matheus Gonçalves scored the winner in the 86th minute, lifting Al-Ahli to seven points in second place while Al-Gharafa remain winless.