Al-Sadd beat Al-Hilal on penalties, AFC CL Elite
Al-Sadd advance after 3-3 AET and 4-2 pens vs Al-Hilal. Claudinho posts 9.5 Sofascore Rating as Bono makes 9 saves in the Round of 16.
www.sofascore.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent coverage:
- The AFC Champions League Elite Round of 16 match between Al Hilal and Al Sadd on April 13–14, 2026 ended 3-3 after extra time, with Al Sadd winning 4-2 on penalties to advance. This result is consistently reported across multiple outlets, including ESPN and related summaries.
- Akram Afif scored for Al Sadd in the shootout, and Bono (Al Hilal) had notable saves in the game, contributing to the dramatic penalty sequence. These details appear in the match reports and summaries.
- The game was part of the AFC CL Elite phase, attracting coverage from ESPN’s international editions and regional outlets, reflecting high interest in the tie.
If you’d like, I can look up more recent updates (e.g., subsequent fixtures, player reactions, or tactical analysis) and provide concise summaries with citations.