Egyptian giants Al Ahly were held to a 1-1 draw by Tanzanian side Young Africans in the fourth round of the CAF Champions League group stage. The result keeps Al Ahly atop Group B with eight points, three clear of their opponents. The match unfolded with drama, as Young Africans took the lead just before halftime before Al Ahly equalized in the second half.
In a tightly contested Group B encounter at Young Africans' home in Tanzania, the Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly managed only a point against their ambitious hosts. The game, part of the 2025-2026 CAF Champions League group stage, saw Tanzanian forward Ibrahim Hamad give Young Africans the lead in first-half stoppage time, scoring in the 45+1st minute. Al Ahly, entering the match with seven points and an unbeaten record this season, responded through Malian midfielder Aliou Dieng, who leveled the score in the 60th minute.
The draw ensures Al Ahly remain in first place with eight points, maintaining a three-point advantage over Young Africans, who climb to five points. Both teams' managers, Pedro Soares Gonçalves for Young Africans and Jess Thorup for Al Ahly, fielded competitive lineups in this highly anticipated clash. Historically, Al Ahly hold the upper hand, with eight wins, four draws, and one loss in 13 previous meetings against Young Africans.
Elsewhere in the group, Moroccan side AS FAR will host Algeria's Jeunesse Sportive de Kabylie on Saturday evening at 19:00 GMT. Both teams sit on two points, making the outcome crucial for their qualification hopes. The match was broadcast on beIN Connect MENA HD, beIN Sports MENA HD, and Azam Sports, drawing significant African football interest.
This result limits the damage for Al Ahly, who continue their push for another continental title, while Young Africans demonstrate growing prowess on the continental stage.