Al-Ahli, a truly venerable squad in the world of football, emerged in Saudi Arabia back in 1937. The team's home turf is the King Abdullah Sports City, a spectacular arena that bears no relevance or reference to any British royal.
Quite impressively, according to Transfermarkt, Al-Ahli boasts a squad with a total market value hovering around a colossal £142m. Quite a tidy sum indeed.
As for their exploits on the pitch this season, Al-Ahli fans have had the pleasure of seeing their team strut their stuff in two competitions. First off, they've made strides in the Pro League, where they've managed to nab a respectable 3rd place. Simultaneously, they've deigned to dance with the elites in the AFC Champions League, where they've fought their way to the Round of 16. But alas, the breathtaking excitement of the 'Old Firm' clashes of yore remain an unattainable high, long since relegated to seasons before 2013.
