In this AFC Champions League matchup, Al Faha takes on Ainas in what looks like a meeting of two of the best teams in the Saudi League, but the backgrounds are very different. Ainas has a lot of money and a luxurious roster, while Afaikha is a small club that is currently near the bottom of the league.
Undoubtedly, Kirchner Ronaldo is back from the break and ready to go, and he's eager to make a breakthrough in the second half of the season in terms of goals and trophies. In every game, he strives to be the top scorer, so I'm sure if he plays today, he'll be able to deliver.
Ainas are strong on the offensive end, and Teliska's performance is something to look forward to. He scored six goals in the AFC Champions League, tying him with FC Shandong's Kilisin for the top spot on the scorers' list, and with his threatening aerial work and long range shots, Efeha will have to be on their toes.
Although Ainas is limited by the foreigner quota and cannot play all of its stars, players such as Shadio Vinny, Posovic and Odavio can still provide the team with a wealth of options. Among the local players, Garabi, a skilled wing forward, has the ability to get away from opposing defenses.
Facing a tough battle, Efeha is expected to play an intensive defense in an attempt to avoid conceding goals. Shakara, the team's top scorer, scored three goals in the group stage, while Shabili also has the ability to tear through opponents' defenses from the No. 10 position.
