African Champions League: Espérance de Tunis Eyes Redemption Against Al Ahly Benghazi
This weekend marks the second day of the African Champions League group stage, with an important clash between Tunisia’s Espérance Sportive de Tunis and Libya’s Al Ahly Benghazi. Both teams come into the match under pressure after suffering defeats on Matchday 1. For Espérance, the stakes are high as they seek to redeem themselves following a disappointing loss to Entente de Sétif last weekend.
The Tunisian side will be looking to bounce back, and coach Ruud Krol is already working on tactical adjustments, especially in defense, where he described his players as “unrecognizable” in their previous outing. Krol’s plans will be further complicated by the absence of Ghanaian international Harrison Afful, who is preparing for the 2014 World Cup with his national team.
However, Espérance will be bolstered by the return of Khaled Mouelhi, who has served his CAF-imposed sanction. The midfielder’s experience will be crucial as Espérance aims to regain their form and secure a vital victory in front of their home fans in Sfax. The outcome of this match will be pivotal for both teams, as another loss could jeopardize their chances of advancing in the tournament.
