Egypt celebrated a major trophy victory at the weekend, Al Ahli’s success in the African Champions League ensuring the year ended as it had started.

Egypt’s Al Ahli won the African Champions League for a record sixth time on Sunday after beating Coton Sport of Cameroon 4-2 on aggregate.

Egypt’s Al Ahli will meet Coton Sport of Cameroon in the African Champions League final after both sides won their semifinal, second leg matches.

Egypt’s Al Ahli made sure of top place in their African Champions League group but had to come from behind to draw 2-2 with arch rivals Zamalek.

Egypt captain Ahmed Hassan made a dream return home to Cairo on Sunday, scoring a stunning winning goal as Al Ahli beat Zamalek 2-1.