109,807 fans entered the digital waiting portal on the “Ahlan” platform, an enthusiastic scene reflecting the scale of the fan race for seats at the upcoming Saturday’s AFC Champions League final against their Japanese counterpart, amid expectations of a large turnout to support the team.

This massive turnout came after the Al-Ahli club company announced continued coordination with the Asian Football Confederation and the local organizing committee for the 2027 Asian Cup, to implement recent directives that limited match ticket sales to the “Ahlan” application and prohibited trading them outside official channels.

The anticipated final between Al-Ahli and Japan’s Machida Zelvia will be held at the “Al-Inmaa” Stadium, in a continental match expected to draw a large crowd to support the team.

Al-Inmaa Stadium

Al-Inmaa Stadium is a multi-purpose sports venue located in Basra, Iraq, originally built in the 1970s. It has served as a home ground for local football clubs and has undergone renovations over the years to improve its facilities. The stadium reflects the region’s long-standing passion for football, despite challenges posed by decades of conflict and economic hardship.

Asian Football Confederation

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is the governing body for association football in Asia and Australia, founded in 1954. It oversees major tournaments like the AFC Asian Cup and the AFC Champions League, promoting the sport’s development across the continent. The AFC’s headquarters are in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and it has played a key role in expanding football’s popularity in Asia.

Ahlan platform

Ahlan platform is a digital cultural initiative launched in the United Arab Emirates to promote and preserve Arab heritage, literature, and the arts. It provides access to a curated collection of books, manuscripts, and multimedia content, aiming to connect modern audiences with the rich intellectual history of the Arab world. The platform reflects the UAE’s broader efforts to foster cultural exchange and knowledge sharing in the digital age.