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Aouar Returns: Al-Ittihad Boosted for Champions League
14 Sep
Summary
- Houssem Aouar is fit to play in the AFC Champions League Elite match.
- Aouar's return is a significant advantage for Al-Ittihad.
- The midfielder has scored twice and assisted once this season.

Al-Ittihad's Algerian midfielder Houssem Aouar is set to feature in the upcoming AFC Champions League Elite match against Al-Shamal. Manager Jens Wissing confirmed Aouar's readiness for the fixture, which is a significant boost for the Saudi club.
Aouar, a key player since his arrival from Roma in the summer of 2024, has been instrumental for "the Tigers". He has recorded two goals and provided one assist in his eight appearances this season across all competitions.
The match against Al-Shamal is scheduled to take place tomorrow, Monday, at the Al Bayt Stadium. This marks the first round of the league phase in the prestigious Asian tournament.