It was a night of dominance for Al Ahly as they easily swept aside Kenya’s Gor Mahia with a 3-0 victory in their CAF Champions League second-round, first-leg encounter.
South African winger Percy Tau stole the show, scoring twice in a match that underscored the reigning champions’ quest for yet another title.
With this result, Al Ahly look firmly in control as they head into the return leg in Cairo, where they are likely to advance to the next stage.
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Tau Shines as Al Ahly Take Command
From the outset, Al Ahly were determined to assert their dominance. Ramy Rabia opened the scoring just 14 minutes into the match with a well-timed header, putting the Egyptian giants ahead.
But it was Percy Tau who quickly followed up, adding a second goal just 60 seconds later to double Al Ahly’s lead.
The South African winger, who had been left out of recent international squads, took his opportunity to remind everyone of his talent with a composed finish.
Tau’s contributions didn’t stop there. In the 74th minute, he sealed the victory with his second goal of the game, once again finding the back of the net with precision.
His performance was the highlight of an impressive showing from Al Ahly, who outclassed Gor Mahia from start to finish.
Gor Mahia, despite their best efforts, struggled to create clear chances against a well-organized Al Ahly defense.
A late tap-in by Shariff Musa, which would have provided a glimmer of hope for the home side, was disallowed for offside. This added to Gor Mahia’s frustrations, leaving them with a mountain to climb in the return leg.
Al Ahly’s Impressive Defensive Record
While Tau’s goals grabbed the headlines, Al Ahly’s defensive resilience was equally impressive.
By keeping Gor Mahia goalless, the Egyptian side extended their remarkable streak in the CAF Champions League to 990 minutes without conceding a single goal.
This defensive solidity has been a cornerstone of their success in recent years and is one of the main reasons they are favorites to win the competition again.
Al Ahly’s ability to keep clean sheets, especially in high-pressure games, is a testament to their disciplined backline and the guidance of coach Marcel Koller.
The team’s defensive record speaks volumes about their preparation and their experience in handling tough opponents, making them a formidable force in African football.
With the return leg to be played in Cairo, Gor Mahia will find it extremely difficult to overturn the 3-0 deficit.
Al Ahly’s fans will be expecting another dominant performance from their team as they aim to progress to the group stages of the competition and continue their quest for a historic third consecutive CAF Champions League title.
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A Statement from Percy Tau
Should he continue in this form, Tau will likely regain his place in South Africa’s national squad and reinforce his standing at Al Ahly.
Coach Marcel Koller praised Tau’s contribution after the match, describing him as a “game-changer” and emphasizing the importance of the winger’s role in the team’s success.
The two goals against Gor Mahia could well signal the start of a resurgence for Tau, who will now be looking to build on this performance in future matches.
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