Kickoff (Cape Town)
17 November 2008
Al Ahly coach Manuel Jose believes the Egyptian giant's experience tipped the scale in their favour as they won a record-breaking sixth Champions League title.
The Cairo-based team held Cameroon's Coton Sport to a 2-2 draw in Garoua to win the continental title with a 4-2 aggregate victory.
"My players' experience helped them gain control over the game in some crucial moments,' Jose was quoted as saying on Al Ahly's official website.
"I'm glad that we took the initiative as our opening goal put us in the driving seat to win the competition."
Al Ahly's triumph is the club's fourth Champions League title under the guidance of the Portuguese coach, who is widely considered as the finest tactician the Red Devils have had in their history.
Jose said he was proud by the huge success of Ahli's current crop of players.
"They've made history once again after reaching the Club World Cup for the third time.
"Ahly's current generation have what it takes to fulfill the fans' aims and expectations," he added.
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