Algerian international Houssem Aouar has set a new record for Saudi club Al-Ittihad during their 2-1 victory over Neftchi in the AFC Champions League Elite. Scoring in the 34th minute, Aouar earned the man of the match award. This goal made him the foreign player with the most goals for Al-Ittihad in the continental tournament, reaching a total of eight. With four goals and six assists this season, Aouar has contributed to ten goals, helping his team climb to seventh place in the league phase standings with four points.