Former Flamengo, Matheus Gonçalves stands out in the Asian Champions League

Attacking midfielder Matheus Gonçalves, revealed by Flamengo, is enjoying a great moment in Saudi football. The player was decisive in Al-Ahli's 2-1 victory over Al-Sadd, in the Asian Champions League, by scoring the second goal and directly participating in the first, scored by Riyad Mahrez. The performance earned the Brazilian the star of the match award.

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The performance reinforces Matheus' quick adaptation to Arab football. Since arriving at Al-Ahli in September, the athlete has received a sequence of games and gained space as an absolute starter in the team led by Matthias Jaissle. Playing wide on the left, the player has two goals and three assists in 11 official matches, with four direct participation in goals in the four rounds of the Asian Champions League.

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Adaptation and confidence on the rise

After the game, number 20 highlighted the intensity of the match and celebrated the good moment he had at his new club. The midfielder also highlighted the importance of daily work and the trust he receives from the coaching staff and teammates.

– It was a very intense game, with an opponent that required a lot of concentration. I'm happy to be able to help with a goal and participate in the other team. I have worked hard to be ready and return on the field all the trust that the club has placed in me. With each game I feel more adapted and confident – ​​said Matheus Gonçalves.

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With the result, Al-Ahli reached ten points and took second place in Group A of the Asian Champions, a competition in which they are the current champions. The eight best teams from the group stage advance to the round of 16. Matheus, who has a contract until June 2027, is considered an important part of the season and one of the Jeddah club's bets to maintain its good performance on the continental scene.

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