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Al Ahed Football Club (Arabic: نادي العهد الرياضي, lit. 'The Covenant Sporting Club') is a football club based in Ouzai, a district in Beirut, Lebanon, that competes in the Lebanese Premier League, the top flight of Lebanese football. The club was founded in 1964 as Al Ahed Al Jadeed, initially starting in the Third Division before reaching the Premier League for the first time in 1996.

Key Information

Nicknamed "the Yellow Castle" (Arabic: القلعة الصفراء), Ahed have won one AFC Cup title, nine Premier League titles, six FA Cup titles, two Federation Cup titles, eight Super Cup titles, and six Elite Cup titles. They secured their first league title in 2008 and have achieved three unbeaten seasons (in 2010, 2018 and 2022). In 2011, Ahed made history by becoming the first team in Lebanon to accomplish both a domestic treble and quadruple, winning the league, the FA Cup, the Elite Cup, and the Super Cup in the same season. In 2019, Ahed defeated North Korean side April 25 in the final of the AFC Cup, becoming the first Lebanese side to win the competition. They reached the final once more in 2024, losing to Australian side Central Coast Mariners.

The club is primarily supported by the Shia community and is affiliated with Hezbollah, a Lebanese Shia political party and militant group. Ahed's rivals include fellow Beirut clubs Nejmeh and Ansar. Their ultras group, formed in 2018, is called "Ultras Yellow Inferno". Ahed's stadium, the Al Ahed Stadium, can accommodate 2,000 spectators.

History

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Early history (1964–1989)

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Ahed were founded in 1964 as Al Ahed Al Jadeed (Arabic: العهد الجديد, lit. 'The New Covenant') in Dahieh, a southern suburb of Beirut. Under the presidency of Muhieddine Anouti, the club initially competed in the Lebanese Third Division.[1][2] During the 1970s, Ahed played in Msaytbeh, an area of Beirut, under the name Al Huda Islamic Club (Arabic: نادي الهدى الإسلامي). However, the club ceased activities as a consequence of the Israeli invasion of Lebanon in 1982.[2][3]

In 1984, Anouti acquired a license under the name Nejmet Al Ahed Al Jadeed (Arabic: نجمة العهد الجديد, lit. 'The Star of the New Covenant') but did not establish a club.[2][3] On 2 May 1985, the Lebanese Football Association granted membership to the club to resume playing football, with Mohammad Assi assuming the presidency.[2][3] During the 1988–89 season in the Lebanese Second Division, the team qualified for a playoff match against Al-Majdi. The match ended in a 1–1 draw, preventing Ahed from securing promotion to the Lebanese Premier League.[3]

Lebanese Premier League and first titles (1992–2011)

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In 1992, Abdo Saad became the new president and changed the name of the club to Al Ahed (Arabic: العهد, lit. 'The Covenant') because its leaders wanted a name with a Quranic meaning.[2] In 1996, Amin Sherri succeeded Saad as president after his resignation, despite Ahed reaching the Second Division promotion play-offs.[2] On 20 December 1996, Ahed were promoted to the Premier League for the first time in their history.[2] They won their first Premier League game on 18 October 1997, defeating Riada Wal Adab 1–0 at the Bourj Hammoud Stadium; Moussa Bedyan scored the lone goal in the 20th minute.[4]

After two seasons in the Premier League, Ahed were relegated to the Second Division, before they earned promotion back to the Premier League.[2][3] Following the club's second promotion to the Premier League, Sherri resigned as club president and was replaced by Osama Al-Halabawi.[2] Under Al-Halabawi's tenure, Ahed reached the finals of the 2001–02 FA Cup and the 2002 Elite Cup, in addition to securing third place in the league during the 2002–03 season.[2] Between 2004 and 2005, Ahed won two FA Cups, one Federation Cup, and one Super Cup.[2][3][5]

Having won the 2004 FA Cup, Ahed first qualified for an Asian Football Confederation (AFC) competition, the 2005 AFC Cup. They made their continental debut on 9 May 2009, defeating Indian club Dempo 1–0 at home. Ahed finished second in their group of three, which also included Al-Hussein of Iraq, and qualified for the quarter-finals. Despite a 1–0 home victory against Hong Kong club Sun Hei in the first leg, Ahed lost the second leg 3–1 and were eliminated.[6]

Ahed won their first league title in 2007–08.[7] They went on a 44-match unbeaten streak in the Premier League from 2 November 2008 to 30 October 2010,[8] winning the 2009–10 league without defeats as a consequence.[9] In the 2010–11 season, Ahed won the league, the FA Cup, the Super Cup and the Elite Cup, becoming the first team in Lebanon to accomplish both a domestic treble and quadruple.[10][11]

Tamim Sleiman presidency and domestic dominance (2014–2024)

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2019 AFC Cup final starting lineup

In 2014, Tamim Sleiman was appointed president of the club by unanimous decision.[12] In his first year as president, Ahed secured the 2014–15 Premier League, the club's fourth in total.[13] Their 2016–17 league victory marked the beginning of a historic streak for Ahed, as they went on to win the league in 2017–18 (their second unbeaten)[14][15] and 2018–19, securing their seventh title overall and establishing themselves as three-time defending champions, a position previously held only by Ansar in 1992.[16]

Ahed reached the final of the AFC Cup – the AFC's second-tier club competition – for the first time in 2019, joining Nejmeh in 2005 and Safa in 2008 as the only Lebanese teams to do so.[17] On 4 November 2019, Ahed beat North Korean side 25 April with a 1–0 win in the final, from a header by Issah Yakubu, thus becoming the first Lebanese team to win the competition.[18] Throughout the tournament, Ahed conceded only three goals in 11 matches and achieved nine clean sheets, including five consecutive ones in all five knockout matches, as they maintained an unbeaten record.[19]

In the 2021–22 season, Ahed cleaimed their third league title unbeaten, securing their eighth title overall.[20] They continued their dominance by winning their ninth league title in 2022–23.[21] The match between Ahed and Racing Beirut on 6 August 2023, the first matchday of the 2023–24 league season, marked the inaugural use of video assistant referee (VAR) technology in Lebanese football.[22] On 5 May 2024, Ahed made it to the final of the 2023–24 AFC Cup for the second time, finishing runners-up after losing 1–0 to Australian side Central Coast Mariners. The game marked the conclusion of the AFC Cup, following changes made to the AFC's competition system.[23]

Recent years (2024–present)

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Following Tamim Sleiman's 10-year presidency term at Ahed, lawyer Zein Khalife was elected as Ahed's president on 5 August 2024.[24]

Crest and colours

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Ahed's primary colour is yellow,[1] a characteristic reflected in their nickname, "the Yellow Castle" (القلعة الصفراء).[25] On 20 May 2022, Ahed unveiled a revamped badge, adopting a minimalist design to commemorate their 2021–22 league triumph. The new emblem features a pictogram representing the three Arabic letters composing the word "Ahed" (عهد).[26]

  • Logo until 2022
    Logo until 2022
  • Logo between 2022 and 2023
    Logo between 2022 and 2023
  • Logo since 2023
    Logo since 2023

Stadium

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Ahed owns the Al Ahed Stadium in Beirut. Located near Rafic Hariri Airport, the venue can hold 2,000 people.[27] The club only uses the stadium for training purposes. For their home matches in club competitions, Ahed opts to utilize various other stadiums across Lebanon, such as the Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium and the Saida Municipal Stadium, due to their larger seating capacities.[28]

In 2018, Benjamin Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel, alleged in a speech that Hezbollah, a Lebanese Shia political party and militant group, was using the Al Ahed Stadium as a site for storing missile clusters.[1] Gebran Bassil, the Lebanese Minister of Foreign Affairs, denied these accusations.[29][30]

Supporters

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Two smiling men holding a golden plaque together
The general secretary of Ahed (left) and the president of Sepahan (right) in 2009

Ahed's fan base primarily comprises Lebanon's Shia community,[31][32] and the team has strong affiliations with Hezbollah, sharing the same yellow colour.[1][33][34] With the emergence of ultras groups in Lebanon in 2018,[35] Ahed established "Ultras Yellow Inferno".[36]

On 28 January 2009, Ahed initiated an informal partnership with Iranian club Sepahan,[37] which was later formalized on 8 March 2021. This partnership involves collaborative activities such as training camps and friendly matches between the two clubs.[38]

Club rivalries

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Match between Ahed (left) and Ansar (right) during the 2020–21 Lebanese Premier League

Ahed shares a rivalry with Ansar, another Beirut-based team. Ansar's affiliation with the Hariri family and their representation of a nationalist stream add depth to this rivalry.[1] In recent years, Nejmeh, also based in Beirut, has emerged as a fierce rival for Ahed.[1] As the most-supported team in Lebanon, Nejmeh's clashes with Ahed have escalated tensions to the extent that the Lebanese Football Association has had to change venues multiple timess.[1]

Kit manufacturers

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The following is a list of kit manufacturers worn by Ahed.

Period Kit manufacturer
2003–2006 A-Line
2006–2008 Adidas
2008–2009 Nike
2009–2014 Lotto
2014–2016 Joma
2016–2018 Jako
2018–2021 14Fourteen
2021–present Kelme

Players

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Current squad

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As of 21 August 2025[39]

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
1 GK  LBN Mehdi Khalil
2 MF  LBN Badreddine Kawam
4 DF  LBN Nour Mansour
5 MF  LBN Mahmoud Zbib
6 DF  LBN Hsein Reda
7 MF  LBN Ali Al Haj
8 DF  LBN Hussein Dakik (captain)
10 MF  LBN Mohamad Haidar
11 FW  LBN Hussein Ezzeddine
13 GK  LBN Shaker Wehbe
15 FW  LBN Adam Kobeissi
19 MF  LBN Mohammad Kabbani
No. Pos. Nation Player
22 FW  LBN Shadi Jouni
23 DF  LBN Ali Hadid (vice-captain)
24 DF  LBN Hasan Farhat
70 MF  LBN Ali El Reda El Hajj
— MF  GUI Aboubacar Sidiki Toure
— FW  LBN Fadel Antar
— MF  LBN Bilal Al-Sabbagh
— MF  LBN Saiid Saad
— MF  SYR Mouhamad Anez
— DF  TUN Aziz Ben Mohamed
— FW  CMR Jerome Mpasko Etame
— GK  LBN Shareef Azaki

Other players under contract

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Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
— GK  LBN Toufic Nahle
— FW  LBN Karim Slim
No. Pos. Nation Player
— MF  LBN Karim Fadel

Out on loan

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Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
— FW  LBN Hussein Hawi (at Salam Zgharta until 30 June 2026)
— FW  LBN Karim Darwich (at Duhok SC until 30 June 2026)
No. Pos. Nation Player
— FW  LBN Mohammad Nasser (at Al Ansar FC until 30 June 2026)

Notable players

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See also: Category:Al Ahed FC players
Ahed's captain Haytham Faour with Lebanon at the 2019 AFC Asian Cup
Players in international competitions
Competition Player National team
2019 AFC Asian Cup Rabih Ataya  Lebanon
Samir Ayass  Lebanon
Haytham Faour  Lebanon
Mohamad Haidar  Lebanon
Mehdi Khalil  Lebanon
Nour Mansour  Lebanon
Ahmad Al Saleh  Syria
2023 AFC Asian Cup Mohammad Abu Hasheesh  Jordan
Mohamad Haidar  Lebanon
Ali Al Haj  Lebanon
Mehdi Khalil  Lebanon
Khalil Khamis  Lebanon
Nour Mansour  Lebanon
Mostafa Matar  Lebanon
Walid Shour  Lebanon
Hasan Srour  Lebanon
Hussein Zein  Lebanon
Mohammad Al Marmour  Syria

Coaching staff

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Position Staff
Sporting director Lebanon Mohamad Assi
Head coach Lebanon Jamal Al Haj
Assistant head coach Lebanon Mohamad Ibrahim
Assistant coach Lebanon Ali Ossayli
Head of goalkeeping Lebanon Mohamad Hammoud
Head of medical staff Lebanon Melhem Chamas
Under-18 head coach Lebanon Abbas Kenaan

Honours

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Domestic

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Continental

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Performance in AFC competitions

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Main article: Al Ahed FC in Asian football

Ahed first participated in an Asian competition in the 2005 AFC Cup, where they were drawn in the group stage with Indian club Dempo and Jordanian club Al-Hussein. After finishing second in the group, Ahed faced Hong Kong club Sun Hei in the quarter-finals, to whom they lost 3–2 on aggregate.[6]

Before they won the competition, their best performance was in 2016, when they reached the semi-finals before Iraqi club Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya eliminated them 4–3 on aggregate.[40] In 2019, Ahed defeated North Korean club April 25 to win the AFC Cup, becoming the first Lebanese side to do so. Previous finalists Nejmeh and Safa were defeated in the 2005 and the 2008 finals, respectively.[18] They reached the AFC Cup final once more in 2024, losing 1–0 to Australian club Central Coast Mariners.[23]

2005: Quarter-finals
2006: Group stage
2009: Group stage
2010: Group stage
2011: Round of 16
2012: Group stage
2016: Semi-finals
2018: Zonal semi-finals
2019: Champions
2020: Cancelled
2021: Zonal semi-finals
2023–24: Runners-up

See also

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References

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Al-Ahed (Arabic: نادي العهد الرياضي, Nadi al 'Ahd al-Riyadi; lit. 'the Covenant '), commonly known as Al Ahed or Al-Ahed FC, is a football club based in , , that competes in the , the top division of Lebanese football. Founded in as Al Ahed Al Jadeed in the Shia-majority Dahieh suburb of southern , the club later relocated to the Ouzai amid regional conflicts and is now primarily supported by Lebanon's Shia community while maintaining close ties to Hezbollah, the Shia Islamist political party and militant organization that exerts influence over its management and sponsorship. Nicknamed "the Yellow Castle" (القلعة الصفراء) for its distinctive yellow kits, Al Ahed has established itself as one of Lebanon's most successful football clubs, achieving a domestic treble and quadruple in —the first such feat by a Lebanese —and securing nine Lebanese Premier League titles, six Lebanese titles, and eight Lebanese titles as of 2023. In continental , Al Ahed made in 2019 by defeating North Korea's April 25 SC to win the AFC Cup, marking the first time a Lebanese club claimed an Asian Football Confederation title. The club's rise reflects broader patterns in Lebanese football, where sectarian affiliations often shape loyalties and rivalries, particularly against Sunni-backed clubs like Ansar and historically Christian-supported Nejmeh.

History

Founding and early years (1964–1991)

Al Ahed Sports Club was founded in 1964 in under the name Al Ahed Al Jadeed (Arabic: العهد الجديد, lit. ''), initially competing in the Lebanese Third Division. The club originated in areas like Al-Mousaitbeh before associating strongly with the southern Dahieh suburbs, reflecting its community roots in Beirut's working-class neighborhoods. Early activities focused on local and regional matches, with the team securing promotion to the Second Division within two years. During the , Al Ahed participated in lower-tier competitions while developing talent amid Lebanon's unstable political environment. The (–) severely hampered operations, as fighting in —particularly in —disrupted , facilities, and national , forcing reliance on informal and temporary relocations to safer grounds. No major national titles or appearances were achieved, with the club sustaining its through support rather than competitive dominance. By the late 1980s and into , reconstruction began allowing stabilization, though Al Ahed remained in secondary divisions, prioritizing survival over expansion. This period established the club's resilient identity, tied to Shiite communities, without verifiable of significant trophies or standout players emerging nationally.

Rise in domestic competitions (1992–2013)

In 1992, the club restructured under new leadership, adopting the name Al Ahed and emphasizing youth development and competitive infrastructure to ascend the domestic pyramid. This period marked a strategic shift toward professionalization, enabling steady progress through lower divisions. By 1996, Al Ahed secured promotion to the for the first time, entering the top flight after consistent performances in the second tier. Upon entering the , Al Ahed initially focused on consolidation, achieving mid-table stability while building squad depth. Their breakthrough in cup competitions came in 2004, winning the Lebanese FA Cup and the Federation Cup, which provided early silverware and boosted morale. They defended the FA Cup title in 2005 and added the Super Cup that year, demonstrating growing prowess in knockout formats against established rivals like Al-Ansar and Al-Nijmeh. The 2007–08 represented Al Ahed's league debut triumph, their inaugural and ending Al-Ansar's dominance. This solidified their status as contenders, followed by another win in 2009. In 2010, they reclaimed the league , it with the and . The 2010–11 campaign epitomized their ascent, as Al Ahed completed a historic domestic quadruple: the , , , and —the first such feat by a Lebanese club. This , built on tactical and key acquisitions, positioned Al Ahed as the preeminent in Lebanese football by 2013, with additional and honors in subsequent years. Their rise reflected effective management of resources amid Lebanon's challenging socio-political environment, prioritizing on-pitch results over continental distractions during this era.

Period of dominance and continental success (2014–2023)

Al Ahed secured the Lebanese Premier League title in the 2014–15 season, marking their fourth national championship overall and initiating a period of sustained domestic superiority. The club followed this with consecutive league victories in 2016–17, 2017–18, and 2018–19, demonstrating tactical discipline and squad depth that overwhelmed competitors like Nejmeh and Ansar. This run included the 2017–18 and 2018–19 Lebanese FA Cup triumphs, achieving domestic doubles in those years, alongside Lebanese Super Cup wins in 2014–15, 2016–17, 2017–18, and 2018–19. Al Ahed extended their league dominance post-2020 economic disruptions in Lebanon by clinching the 2021–22 and 2022–23 titles, accumulating six Premier League crowns within the decade. On the continental stage, Al Ahed's most notable success came in the 2019 AFC Cup, where they defeated North Korea's April 25 SC 1–0 in the final on November 4, 2019, at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium, becoming the first Lebanese club to win the competition. This victory followed group stage progression and knockouts against teams from India, Tajikistan, and others, with key contributions from players like Ali Hamam and Hussein Al Zahran. Prior participations, such as in the 2015–16 and 2017–18 editions, yielded quarter-final and zonal stage exits, respectively, but the 2019 triumph elevated the club's regional profile. Subsequent campaigns, including the 2022–23 AFC Cup, saw consistent qualifications but no further titles, underscoring the 2019 achievement as the pinnacle amid broader Asian Football Confederation challenges.

Recent developments and challenges (2024–present)

The 2024–25 for Al-Ahed was disrupted by the escalation of the Israel- conflict, which led to the suspension of all domestic football by the starting in September 2024, following the assassinations of Hezbollah leaders Ibrahim Akil and , and subsequent Israeli operations. The league resumed on January 25, 2025, with heightened at amid ongoing regional tensions. In July and October 2024, amid financial strains and operational difficulties exacerbated by the war, Al-Ahed announced plans to terminate player contracts and withdraw from all competitions, citing unsustainable conditions and disputes with league administration. Despite these threats, the club participated in the resumed season, finishing third in the preliminary round standings behind Al-Ansar and Safa. Al-Ahed recorded 14 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses across 26 matches, a decline from prior dominance, with key results including a 3–0 victory over Racing Beirut on September 26, 2025, and a 1–0 win against Jwaya on October 4, 2025. Challenges persisted into 2025, including a March 14 match against Al-Ansar halted in stoppage time due to fan riots and on-pitch clashes, reflecting sectarian undercurrents in Lebanese football where Al-Ahed's Shiite and Hezbollah affiliations intensify rivalries. Broader war-related damages to infrastructure and economy strained club operations, though Al-Ahed maintained competitiveness without securing the title, ending the campaign outside the top two.

Club Identity

Crest, colours, and symbolism

The crest of Al Ahed FC features a stylized pictogram composed of the three Arabic letters ع, ه, د, forming the word "Ahed" (عهد), introduced in a redesign completed in 2022. This emblem directly represents the club's name, derived from the Arabic term "al-ʿahd," meaning "the covenant" or "the pledge," signifying commitment and promise. Al Ahed's primary colour is yellow, prominently displayed in their kits and giving rise to the nickname "the Yellow Castle" (القلعة الصفراء). The consistent use of yellow underscores the club's visual identity and fan association since its early years.

Home stadium and facilities

Al Ahed FC owns and operates Al Ahed Stadium, situated in the Al-Ouzai district of in Beirut's southern suburbs, adjacent to . The venue, with a capacity of approximately 2,000 spectators, primarily serves as a facility for the club's first and squads rather than hosting competitive . In 2023, 's Forward Programme supported renovations to the stadium, including upgrades to enhance its utility for club training amid Lebanon's infrastructure challenges following the 2020 Beirut port explosion. For Lebanese Premier League and continental fixtures, Al Ahed plays home games at public venues like Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium (also known as Beirut Municipal Stadium), a larger facility with a capacity of 48,837 built in 1960 and featuring a running track. This arrangement reflects the club's reliance on shared municipal infrastructure due to the limited size of its owned stadium and security considerations in Beirut's sectarian landscape. No dedicated academy or auxiliary training complexes beyond Al Ahed Stadium are publicly documented for the club.

Organizational Structure

Ownership, funding, and political affiliations

Al Ahed FC's ownership has historically been tied to the Shia community in Beirut's southern suburbs, with the club originally controlled by a local Shia family before being taken over by Hezbollah during the Lebanese Civil War (1975–1990). Post-war, Hezbollah maintained influence through key board positions, including the general secretary role held by Haj Mohammed Assi, a Hezbollah member and the organization's sports officer. Tamim Sleiman served as club president from 2014 until his resignation and the club's temporary dissolution announcement in August 2024, after which Zain Khalifa was elected president in October 2024. The club's formal structure resembles typical Lebanese football associations, with a board overseeing operations, but effective control reflects Hezbollah's community dominance in the Dahieh area. Funding for Al Ahed primarily derives from political patronage, sponsorships, and community support, with Hezbollah providing financial assistance "sometimes" for operational needs and sponsorship arrangements, as acknowledged by general secretary Assi in 2007. No public documents confirm direct transfers from Hezbollah, though the group's influence enables resource allocation uncommon in other Lebanese clubs, contributing to Al Ahed's competitive success, including six domestic titles in the decade prior to 2018. Additional revenue came from sponsorship by Hezbollah-affiliated Al-Manar TV from the late 2010s to early 2020s, alongside personal investments by figures like former president Sleiman. This model aligns with broader Lebanese football dynamics, where sectarian political parties finance clubs in their strongholds. The club's political affiliations center on , a Shia Islamist and , with Al Ahed widely regarded as its primary sports outlet due to shared demographics, symbolism, and endorsements. leader has publicly urged support for the team, and the club's headquarters feature flags, portraits of Nasrallah, and other party iconography. While club officials like Sleiman have denied direct funding, the absence of formal separation—coupled with 's oversight of sports via its education unit—underscores de facto alignment, including instances of players joining 's military efforts, such as Qassem Samaheh's death fighting in Syria in 2016. This connection has drawn international scrutiny, including Israeli accusations of stadium misuse for militant activities.

Key presidents and management

Tamim Sleiman served as president of Al Ahed FC from to August 2024, overseeing a of domestic and continental success that included multiple titles and the club's 2019 AFC Cup . His emphasized amid Lebanon's economic challenges, though Sleiman publicly denied allegations of from , attributing resources to private sponsorships and club revenues. Following Sleiman's resignation amid the club's temporary withdrawal from competitions due to security concerns, attorney Zain Khalifa was elected president in a club administration meeting. Khalifa's tenure began in late 2024, focusing on stabilizing operations and resuming participation in the Lebanese Premier League. Key management figures include head coach Raafat Mohammad, a Syrian tactician appointed on January 10, 2023, who has guided the team through regional competitions. Roda Antar, a former Lebanon national team captain and club legend, serves in a senior advisory role, contributing to player development and transfers. Bassem Marmar supports as assistant coach since January 2021, aiding in tactical implementation.

Fanbase and Culture

Supporters and attendance

Al Ahed's supporter base is primarily drawn from Beirut's southern suburbs, particularly the Dahiya , which is predominantly Shia and aligns with the club's longstanding affiliations. This demographic reflects Lebanon's sectarian divisions in football, where clubs often serve as proxies for identity, with Al Ahed representing Shia interests amid rivalries with Sunni- or Christian-backed teams. Supporters are known for vocal loyalty, including organized chants and displays, though incidents of crowd unrest have occurred, such as the 2023 pitch during a title-deciding against Al-Ansar that halted play and confirmed Al Ahed's . The of in Lebanese football around 2018 led to the formation of , an organized fan group dedicated to Al Ahed, emphasizing support through tifos, flares, and away . This group, active on social platforms, embodies the passionate yet sometimes confrontational of the fanbase, broader trends in football ultras amid political tensions. Attendance at Al Ahed remains low by international standards, averaging under 500 spectators per in recent Lebanese Premier League seasons, constrained by Lebanon's economic , concerns, and the pandemic's lingering effects. Larger crowds, occasionally exceeding 2,000, materialize for high-stakes derbies or continental fixtures at like Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium, where aggregate attendance for key has reached tens of thousands across a season. In August 2024, supporters protested outside the club's facilities against a proposed league withdrawal amid federation disputes, highlighting ongoing fan engagement despite infrastructural challenges.

Rivalries and sectarian dynamics

Al 's principal rivalries in Lebanese football center on derbies with Beirut-based clubs and , contests amplified by Lebanon's sectarian and political fault lines. , tied to the Sunni Hariri and a secular-nationalist dominant in the , embodies opposition to Al Ahed's Shia-aligned identity rooted in Beirut's southern suburbs. , Lebanon's most popular club with a cross-sectarian fanbase encompassing Sunnis, Druze, Shiites, and Christians, promotes an "All-Lebanese" ethos but harbors strong Sunni support and has directly confronted Al Ahed over its Hezbollah connections. These matchups frequently escalate into broader societal tensions, prompting protocols like the nationwide fan ban enacted in after Rafik Hariri's to avert sectarian clashes, with often held behind closed or under (300-400 spectators). A notable incident occurred in when Nejmeh boycotted a league fixture against Al Ahed, protesting Hezbollah's influence, resulting in a 3-0 forfeit win for Al Ahed and clinching the title by three points. Al Ahed's ties to Hezbollah—manifest in historical Al-Manar TV sponsorship on jerseys, managerial roles held by party figures, and fan chants promoting Shia partisan loyalty—fuel perceptions of the club as a vehicle for the group's ideology, though direct funding lacks substantiation beyond media associations. While sectarian dynamics identities, with Al Ahed's base predominantly Shia and mobilized around Hezbollah symbolism, the club's roster remains mixed, incorporating Christian, Sunni, and other players, mitigating claims of pure exclusivity. This mirrors Lebanon's , where football clubs function as communal proxies amid fragile national unity, yet rivalries persist without inevitable in every .

Equipment and Partnerships

Kit manufacturers and designs

Al Ahed FC's kits have been produced by several manufacturers, with Kelme serving as the current supplier since 2020. Prior to Kelme, 14Fourteen provided the club's from 2017 to 2019, including the 2017-18 away kit. Earlier, supplied until 2016. The club's traditional colors are and , reflecting its nickname "The Yellow ." kits typically feature a yellow base with black accents, such as stripes or trim. For the 2023-24 season, Kelme produced the kits, including an away variant documented in league play. In October 2024, Al Ahed unveiled a new kit through its ongoing partnership with BIG Company, Kelme's exclusive agent in Lebanon. This design incorporates vertical black lines embedded with cedar tree leaves—a Lebanese national symbol—on a yellow background, using spandex fabric with moisture-absorbing properties for temperature regulation and alignment with modern sports apparel trends. ![Al Ahed FC 2023-24 kit elements][float-right]

Sponsors and financial backing

Al Ahed FC receives primary financial backing through its longstanding affiliation with Hezbollah, the Lebanese Shia political and militant organization, which assumed control of the club during the Lebanese Civil War (1975–1990) from its original Shia founders in Beirut's southern suburbs. This support manifests in operational funding, infrastructure access, and community resources rather than documented direct transfers, as no public financial records explicitly detail Hezbollah's contributions, though the club's dominance in Lebanese football—winning multiple titles since the 2000s—aligns with the group's investment in Shia sectarian institutions. Hezbollah's involvement, drawn from its broader network including Iranian backing, enables Al Ahed to maintain professional operations amid Lebanon's economic instability, including player salaries and stadium usage at facilities like the Fouad Chehab Stadium. Historically, the club's shirt sponsorship reflected these ties, with Hezbollah-owned television serving as the primary sponsor from the late 1990s until approximately 2016, providing visibility and through media exposure tied to the group's outlets. Post-2016, commercial sponsorship details are sparse in , likely due to international sanctions on Hezbollah-linked entities limiting mainstream partnerships; the club relies more on internal and fan contributions from Beirut's Shia . In 2021, Al Ahed formalized a with Iranian club Sepahan FC, initiated informally in 2009, focusing on player exchanges, development, and —potentially including indirect financial or logistical support from Iran's football , though specifics on monetary remain undisclosed. This underscores geopolitical alignments but does not supplant Hezbollah's core in the club's .

Playing

Current roster and loans

As of the 2025–26 season, Al Ahed's first-team squad consists of 29 players, including 4 goalkeepers, 10 defenders, 7 midfielders, and 8 forwards, with an average age of 25.5 years and 5 foreign players comprising 17.2% of the roster. The squad is as follows:
No.PositionPlayer NameAgeNationality
1GoalkeeperMehdi Khalil34Lebanon / Sierra Leone
13GoalkeeperShaker Wehbe28Lebanon
92GoalkeeperShareef Azaki21Lebanon
25GoalkeeperToufic Nahle19Lebanon
98Centre-BackAziz Ben Mohamed26Tunisia
24Centre-BackHasan Farhat21Lebanon
15Centre-BackHussein Saleh23Lebanon
4Centre-BackNour Mansour36Lebanon
26Centre-BackMarc Nicolas18Lebanon / France
8Left-BackHussein Dakik36Lebanon
19Left-BackAli Siblini21Lebanon
2Right-BackBadreddine Kawam19Lebanon
6Right-BackHussein Reda21Lebanon
23Right-BackAli Hadid32Lebanon
14Central MidfieldMohammad Anez30Syria
5Central MidfieldMahmoud Zbib21Lebanon
22Central MidfieldSaeed Saad23Lebanon / DR Congo
21Central MidfieldHamza Hussein23Palestine / Lebanon
10Attacking MidfieldMohamad Haidar35Lebanon
18Attacking MidfieldBilal Al-Sabbagh28Lebanon / Norway
70Attacking MidfieldAli El-Hajj18Lebanon
7Left WingerAli Al-Haj24Lebanon
17Left WingerShadi Jouni22Lebanon
11Right WingerHussein Ezzeddine23Lebanon / DR Congo
88Right WingerAboubacar Sidiki Soumah23Guinea
30Right WingerHussein El Zein18Lebanon / Sierra Leone
9Centre-ForwardFadel Antar29Lebanon
91Centre-ForwardJerome Mpacko Etame29Cameroon
20Centre-ForwardKarim Fadel22Lebanon
Several players are loaned in to the from other clubs, including Bilal Al-Sabbagh from . Al Ahed has four players out on as of : a 26-year-old Lebanon/ centre-forward to Duhok SC ( ends June 30, ), a 24-year-old Lebanese centre-forward to Al-Ansar ( ends June 30, ), a 20-year-old Lebanese centre-forward to Al-Mabarrah ( ends June 30, ), and a 19-year-old Lebanese midfielder to Hilal Al-Nasr ( ends June 30, ). One such is Ibrahim Abo El Yazid, a forward, to Duhok SC starting July 27, 2025.

Notable players and achievements

Mohamad Haidar, an attacking midfielder who joined Al Ahed in 2016, holds a prominent place among the club's record players with over 195 appearances and contributions to six Lebanese Premier League titles as well as the 2019 AFC Cup victory, Lebanon's first continental triumph. He has also scored notable goals for the club, including in recent seasons where he netted three in the 2025-26 campaign. Haytham Faour, a defender and , played for Al Ahed from 2009 to 2023 and led the during their 2019 AFC Cup success, featuring as a key established international in the winning alongside skillful forwards. His and consistent performances underscored the club's defensive solidity in that . Mehdi Khalil, a goalkeeper born in Côte d'Ivoire and representing Lebanon internationally, has had multiple stints with Al Ahed since 2018, including during the 2019 AFC Cup win, and returned in 2024 with a market value reflecting his experience. His shot-stopping has been vital in domestic campaigns, contributing to the club's multiple league defenses. Nour Mansour, a defender, ranks among Al Ahed's all-time appearance leaders and has been part of several title-winning teams, exemplifying the club's reliance on long-serving locals for sustained . Recent additions like Ahmed Akaïchi have also made impacts, leading the scoring charts with four goals in the early 2025-26 .

Technical Staff

Current

The current of Al Ahed FC is Al-, a 54-year-old Lebanese manager appointed on August 6, 2024. Al-Hajj previously managed various Lebanese clubs and holds a success rate of approximately 1.78 points per match based on prior roles. Assisting him is Mohammad Ibrahim as assistant manager, appointed on September 9, 2024, also Lebanese. This coaching duo leads the team's preparations for domestic and continental competitions, with Al-Hajj overseeing tactical implementation in the Lebanese Premier League and AFC competitions.

Historical coaches and tactics

Al Ahed FC's coaching lineage includes a mix of regional and international figures who have shaped its competitive edge through periods of tactical adaptation and title-winning campaigns. Syrian coach Nizar Mahrous managed the club from July 2004 to June 2005, a tenure focused on building foundational structures during the team's transition to consistent contention in domestic competitions. German manager Theo Bücker led Al Ahed starting in July 2011, overseeing the club's breakthrough in Asian competitions by clinching the 2011 AFC Cup—their inaugural continental honor—via a 1–0 victory over Nasaf Qarshi in the final on October 29, 2011. Bücker's influence introduced elements of structured defending and efficient counter-attacking, informed by his experience in African and Asian football contexts. Lebanese coach Bassem Marmar helmed the team from October 2017 to July 2020, delivering three straight championships in 2017, 2018, and 2019, plus the 2019 AFC Cup title after defeating April 25 SC 2–1 in the final. Marmar's emphasized aggressive pressing, quick transitional play, and collective resilience, enabling unbeaten league seasons in 2018 and sustaining dominance amid Lebanon's economic challenges. Spanish coach Daniel Giménez assumed control in 2020, following Marmar's departure, with an approach prioritizing possession-based build-up and midfield control to maintain the club's attacking ethos while enhancing youth integration. Overall, Al Ahed's tactics under these coaches have centered on offensive fluidity, technical execution, and disciplined , blending counter-thrusts with defensive setups to secure 9 titles and 2 AFC Cup by 2023.

Achievements

Domestic titles and records

Al Ahed Football Club has won the 9 times, with victories in 2008, 2010, 2011, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022, and 2023, contributing to its status as a dominant in domestic since the late 2000s. These successes include three consecutive titles from 2017 to 2019, underscoring the club's sustained excellence amid Lebanon's competitive football landscape. In the Lebanese FA Cup, Al Ahed has claimed 6 titles, achieved in 2004, 2005, 2009, 2011, 2018, and 2019, often aligning with league triumphs to form double-winning campaigns. The club holds a record-tying 8 Lebanese Super Cup victories, shared with , recorded in 2005, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2019; these matches pit league champions against cup winners, amplifying Al Ahed's command over top-tier honors. A landmark achievement occurred in the 2010–11 season, when Al Ahed became the first Lebanese club to secure both a domestic treble (Premier League, FA Cup, and Super Cup) and quadruple (adding the Elite Cup), demonstrating unparalleled seasonal dominance. The club has also captured 5 Elite Cup titles, further bolstering its domestic record, though this competition serves as a secondary knockout tournament among top-division sides. Overall, these accomplishments reflect Al Ahed's tactical discipline and resource investment, positioning it behind only Al-Ansar in total league titles (15) within Lebanese football history.

Continental competitions performance

Al Ahed's participation in continental competitions under the (AFC) began with the –05 AFC Cup, where they advanced to the quarter-finals before elimination. The club has since featured regularly in the AFC Cup (rebranded as AFC Champions League Two from 2023–24 onward) as Lebanese champions or cup winners, alongside occasional qualifying attempts for the AFC Champions League (rebranded AFC Champions League Elite). Their record reflects consistent qualification but limited progression beyond zonal stages until recent successes, with 1 title and multiple deep runs in the second-tier competition. The pinnacle of Al Ahed's continental performance came in the 2018–19 AFC Cup, where they topped the group stage before defeating Al-Qadsia (2–1 aggregate) in the zonal semi-finals, Al-Muharraq (1–0) in the zonal final, and April 25 SC (1–0) of North Korea in the inter-zonal final on 4 November 2019 at , marking the first AFC club title for a Lebanese team. In the 2023–24 AFC Champions League Two, Al Ahed progressed through the West Asia zone with 4 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses across 8 matches, including a 1–0 second-leg victory over Al-Kahrabaa (1–1 aggregate, 4–2 on penalties) in the round of 16 and a 1–0 win against Al-Nahda in the quarter-finals, before reaching the final and losing 0–1 to Central Coast Mariners on 5 May 2024 in Muscat, Oman. Earlier notable campaigns include semi-final appearances in the –16 and –17 AFC Cups, where they fell to of (2–5 aggregate in –16; 3–5 aggregate in –17). Quarter-final exits occurred in 2004–05 (to Al-Muharraq), 2017–18 (to ), and 2020–21 (to Al-Muharraq, 0–3). In AFC Champions League efforts, Al Ahed has primarily exited in preliminary or play-off rounds, such as the 2024–25 Elite edition's preliminary stage and earlier group-stage attempts in 2008–10 that did not advance beyond qualification.
SeasonCompetitionStage ReachedKey Notes
2004–05AFC CupQuarter-finalsLost to Al-Muharraq
2010–11AFC CupRound of 16Opponents included VB Addu FC
2015–16AFC CupSemi-finalsLost 2–5 aggregate to Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya
2016–17AFC CupSemi-finalsLost 3–5 aggregate to Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya
2018–19AFC Cup1–0 final win vs. April 25 SC
2023–24AFC CL TwoRunners-up0–1 final loss to Central Coast Mariners; 4W-1D-4L overall

Controversies and Criticisms

Political entanglements and international perceptions

Al Ahed SC maintains deep ties to , the Lebanese Shia militant and political organization designated as a terrorist group by the , , and several other countries. During Lebanon's (1975–1990), assumed control of the club from its original Shia founders in the Dahieh district of , a stronghold of the group, transforming it into a key component of its social and community outreach efforts. This affiliation extends to operational and financial support, with the club serving as a vehicle for 's soft power in Shiite communities, including youth engagement and local loyalty-building, though direct funding is not formally acknowledged. Club leadership has included prominent Hezbollah figures, such as former general secretary Haj Mohammed Assi, who held roles as a Hezbollah member and sports officer for the organization as of 2007. These connections have fueled domestic political leverage, with Al Ahed's successes often celebrated in Hezbollah-aligned media and events, blurring lines between athletics and militia recruitment or propaganda in Lebanon's sectarian landscape. Critics within Lebanon argue this politicization undermines the Lebanese Football Association's neutrality, contributing to rivalries tinged with confessional tensions. Internationally, Al Ahed is frequently perceived as a extension of , drawing in (AFC) competitions. For instance, during the 2019 AFC Cup final against North Korea's April 25 SC—itself linked to the —the matchup was framed by outlets as a of state-backed proxies, highlighting Al Ahed's non-secret ties despite no admission. Western and Israeli media portray the club as emblematic of Hezbollah's use of sports for militant normalization, with calls for boycotts or restrictions in global tournaments, though no direct sanctions have targeted Al Ahed itself by bodies like the US Treasury or FIFA as of 2025. Perceptions in Sunni Arab states and Gulf media often view it warily due to Hezbollah's rivalry with Saudi-backed factions, associating the club's dominance with Iranian influence via the group.

Funding sources and competitive fairness

Al Ahed FC receives primary financial support through its longstanding affiliation with , a Shia Islamist political and that assumed control of the club during Lebanon's from a previous Shia family ownership. While no publicly available documents confirm fund transfers from to the club, the 's influence is evident in managerial roles held by officials from its and departments, as well as indirect backing via private sponsorships tied to the group. Between the late 2010s and early 2020s, Al Ahed's jersey was sponsored by Al-Manar TV, a -owned television network, providing visibility and revenue streams unavailable to many rivals. This funding model grants Al Ahed a competitive edge in the , where overall club revenues remain low due to deals, ticket , and state support amid Lebanon's economic crises. Player salaries across the top division typically range from $500 to $2,500 per month, but Al Ahed's resources—bolstered by Hezbollah-linked —enable it to attract higher-caliber talent, including foreign signings like Scottish striker Erwin in 2022, and invest in such as its in Beirut's Hezbollah-dominated southern suburbs. The club has dominated domestically, securing six league titles in the decade leading up to 2018 and achieving Lebanon's first continental triumph with the 2019 AFC Cup victory, outcomes attributed in part to this financial stability. Concerns over competitive fairness arise from Al Ahed's political entanglements, which exacerbate sectarian divides in Lebanese football, where clubs often align with groups. Rival , backed by Sunni interests, forfeited a against Al Ahed citing the latter's ties, resulting in a 3-0 default win and highlighting how such affiliations can league and closed doors to avoid fan . Critics argue this uneven playing field—where Al Ahed benefits from a militant group's resources while others rely on scant private or sectarian funding—undermines merit-based competition, though dominance also reflects on-field performance and youth development. No formal sanctions for financial irregularities have been imposed by the Lebanese Football Association, but the structure perpetuates perceptions of imbalance in a fragmented, politicized sporting ecosystem.

Incidents and sanctions

In 2013, Al Ahed player Sahmarani received a three-season ban and a $7,000 from the as part of a broader match-fixing investigation involving 24 players across Lebanese clubs, with the confirming its probe into the irregularities. On August 28, 2022, the Lebanese Super Cup match between Al Ahed and Al-Nejmeh was canceled by the Lebanese Football Association following a dispute that escalated among spectators at the venue. The Lebanese Premier League title-deciding match between Al Ahed and Al-Ansar on March 13, 2023, at Fouad Chehab Stadium was abandoned in stoppage time after Al Ahed took a 3-2 lead; Al-Ansar supporters rioted by ripping up seats, hurling objects onto the pitch, and breaching barriers, while players from both sides clashed, prompting police intervention and the refusal of players to resume play, resulting in Al Ahed's declaration as champions by default. No club-level disciplinary sanctions against Al Ahed were imposed in these events, though opponents like Al-Ansar faced penalties for related fan misconduct in subsequent matches, including a October 6, 2024, league game against Al Ahed marred by riots.

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