Al-Hilal continued their dominant run in the AFC Champions League Elite with a narrow but important 1–0 victory over Sharjah FC on 22 December 2025 at Sharjah Stadium. The win confirmed Al-Hilal’s perfect group-stage record, as they finished with six wins from six matches.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
The match was closely contested for much of the evening, with Sharjah FC showing discipline and defensive organisation, especially in the first half. Despite Al-Hilal enjoying greater possession and creating more chances, Sharjah managed to hold them off and keep the score level until late in the game.
The breakthrough finally came in the 81st minute, when Malcom found the back of the net for Al-Hilal. His goal proved decisive, silencing the home crowd and underlining Al-Hilal’s attacking quality at crucial moments.
Sharjah FC tried to respond in the closing stages and pushed players forward in search of an equaliser. However, Al-Hilal’s experienced defence remained solid and prevented any clear scoring opportunities. The Sharjah goalkeeper also put in a strong performance, making several saves to keep the scoreline respectable.
With this result, Al-Hilal topped their group with 18 points, confirming their status as one of the strongest teams in Asian football. Sharjah FC, meanwhile, remained on 7 points, leaving their hopes of progressing to the knockout stage hanging by a thread.
The victory highlights Al-Hilal’s depth, consistency, and winning mentality, all of which make them strong contenders for the title. Sharjah FC can take positives from their effort, but the gap in quality ultimately decided the outcome.
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