Al Ahly vs Esperance Tunis Prediction 2023

Introduction – Al Ahly vs Esperance Tunis Prediction 2023

On the upcoming day of May 19th, Friday, Al Ahly will face Esperance Tunis at Al Salam Stadium in Cairo, Egypt, in the second leg of the CAF Champions League semifinals. With a considerable advantage, the Egyptians have all the conditions to secure their presence in another continental final in their glorious history.

In the first leg of the CAF Champions League semifinals, Al Ahly defeated Esperance Tunis 3-0. With this advantage, the team can afford to lose by up to two goals in the return match and still secure their spot. For Esperance Tunis, only a triumph by at least three goals difference can keep their hopes alive.

Al Ahly

CAF Champions League Campaign

Al Ahly is having an impressive campaign in the current edition of the CAF Champions League. In the quarterfinals, they faced Raja Casablanca from Morocco, securing a victory and a draw to advance to the next phase. In Group B, the team secured second place, accumulating 10 points in 6 games.

Al Ahly’s Recent Matches

In the recent matches of the current season, Al Ahly demonstrated their dominance on the continent and in the country. As mentioned earlier, in the first leg of the CAF Champions League semifinals, the team defeated Esperance Tunis 3-0. Prior to that, they faced Pyramids in the Egypt Super Cup, winning 1-0 in extra time and claiming the title.

Key Players

Midfielder Kahraba has shown effectiveness in the attack in this CAF Champions League, scoring five goals so far. Additionally, in the first leg of the semifinal, he contributed with a goal and an assist. Another standout player is South African forward Percy Tau, who has scored four goals in the tournament, two of which were in the first leg of the semifinal.

Esperance Tunis

CAF Champions League Campaign

Esperance Tunis is showing a remarkable performance in the current edition of the CAF Champions League. In the quarterfinals, the Tunisian team faced JS Kabylie from Algeria and managed to advance with a victory and a draw. Demonstrating great consistency, the team also topped Group D, accumulating 11 points in six games.

Esperance Tunis’ Recent Matches

Currently, Esperance Tunis is going through a tough period in the season. Including the defeat in the first leg of the semifinals against Al Ahly, the team has suffered three consecutive losses. Prior to that, in the Tunisian league, the team lost to Club Africain and CS Sfaxien, both with minimum scores of 1-0.

Key Players

Beyond the collective performance, some players from Esperance Tunis stand out individually in this CAF Champions League. Midfielder Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane has already contributed with three goals, including the goal that secured the spot in the semifinals. Another standout is forward Mohamed Ben Hammouda, who has also scored three goals.

Al Ahly vs Esperance Tunis Prediction 2023

Al Ahly has had a brilliant campaign at home in the CAF Champions League, with three wins and one draw. Their defense has also been solid in their own turf, conceding goals only in the draw against Mamelodi. In their last home game in the tournament, Al Ahly defeated Raja Casablanca 2-0.

On the other hand, Esperance Tunis has a decent performance away from home in the tournament. With two wins, one draw, and one loss, the team has already shown capability in away games. However, both victories were by a narrow margin. In their last away game, Esperance Tunis defeated JS Kabylie 1-0.

Betting suggestions for Al Ahly vs Esperance Tunis 2023:

• Al Ahly to win (the team is also the favorite for this second game)
• Both teams to score: no (in three out of the four home matches, the Egyptians did not concede goals)

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