Al Hilal Prepares to Face San Pedro in African Champions League Qualifier

A delegation from Sudanese club Al Hilal has arrived in Nouakchott, Mauritania, ahead of their highly anticipated match against Ivorian team San Pedro in the second leg of the African Champions League qualifying round, scheduled for next Sunday.

Al Hilal has chosen Mauritania as the venue for their African matches, following their decision to participate in the 2024-25 edition of the Mauritanian League. This move comes after the team initially played their first qualifier at the Juba Olympic Stadium, before deciding to relocate to Mauritania for the second qualifying round.

Boosted by a valuable 2-2 draw in the first leg held in Côte d’Ivoire, Al Hilal is well-positioned to secure a spot in the group stage of the African Champions League. The team’s coach, Florent Ibenge, has cautioned his players against complacency and underestimating their opponent, emphasizing the need for focus and a strong performance to achieve victory and avoid a potential upset.

Coach Ibenge stressed that the Ivorian team has nothing to lose and will likely give their all to qualify, making it essential for Al Hilal to remain vigilant and focused throughout the match. With the stakes high, Al Hilal is determined to emerge victorious and take a significant step towards advancing in the African Champions League.