Houssam Aouar Makes Impactful Return in Al-Ittihad's Asian Champions League Match
On August 11, 2026, Algerian international midfielder Houssam Aouar played his first official match of the new season, showcasing his skills after recently representing the national team in the World Cup. In a thrilling preliminary round match of the Asian Champions League, Al-Ittihad faced off against UAE's Al-Jazeera, securing an impressive 4-1 victory on the road. Aouar made headlines by scoring the third goal for his team in the 54th minute, further solidifying his position as a key player for the club.
This victory not only marks a strong start to the season for Aouar and Al-Ittihad but also ensures their progression to the group stage of the prestigious Asian Champions League, set to commence in mid-September. Notably, the team has a rich history in this competition, with star winger Riyad Mahrez and Al-Ahli Saudi winning the title in the last two editions. Aouar's performance indicates a promising season ahead, as fans eagerly anticipate his contributions to the team's success.
As reported by echoroukonline.com.
