Al Hilal’s Dominance in Asian Champions League Sets World Record for Consecutive Wins

Al Hilal secured their spot in the Asian Champions League semi-finals with a convincing 2-0 victory over fellow Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad in Jeddah. This victory not only sealed a 4-0 aggregate triumph but also established a new world record with their remarkable 28th consecutive win across all competitions.

The breakthrough for Al Hilal came in the 61st minute when Yasser Al-Shahrani found the back of the net, followed by a late goal from Malcom deep into added time. Despite Al Ittihad’s efforts to overturn a 2-0 deficit from the first leg, Al Hilal’s goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owais stood firm to frustrate their opponents.

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As winners of the Asian Champions League title on a record four occasions, Al Hilal now look forward to a semi-final clash against Al Ain from the United Arab Emirates. Al Ain advanced to the semi-finals after defeating Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr in a thrilling penalty shootout.

This historic achievement surpasses the previous record held by Welsh club The New Saints, who managed 27 consecutive wins during the 2016-17 season. Prior to that, Ajax Amsterdam held the record for 44 years with a 26-game winning streak between 1971 and 1972.

Manager Jorge Jesus expressed his delight at the milestone but emphasized that trophies remain the ultimate goal for Al Hilal. He stressed the importance of maintaining focus to secure the Saudi League title and meet targets in cup competitions.

Al Ittihad faced early setbacks in the match, losing midfielder Fabinho to injury and seeing Romarinho’s shot hit the post. Despite their efforts to claw back into the game, Al Hilal’s defense, led by Al-Owais, remained resolute.

The tension escalated towards the end of the match, with Al Ittihad’s Abderrazzaq Hamadallah receiving a red card for a confrontation with defender Ali Al-Bulayhi. Al Hilal capitalized on the numerical advantage, with Aleksandar Mitrovic setting up Malcom for the clinching goal.

Al Hilal’s dominance extends beyond the Asian Champions League, as they remain unbeaten in the Saudi Pro League and hold a commanding 12-point lead at the top of the table. Additionally, they have reached the semi-finals of the King’s Cup, further solidifying their status as a dominant force in Asian football.

In the eastern half of the draw, Ulsan Hyundai secured their semi-final berth by defeating Jeonbuk Motors, setting up a potential showdown against either Yokohama F Marinos or Shandong Taishan. With their world record streak commencing on September 25th, Al Hilal’s remarkable run continues to captivate football fans worldwide.