"We need full concentration from the players in order to grab a win that will set us on the right path towards defending our title," Al-Badri was quoted as saying by the club's official website.

"A victory will maintain our position on top of the group and will make us close to reach the Champions League semi-finals."

Ahli have opened their Group B campaign with a 2-0 home win over Hilal of Sudan, thanks to two strikes from Flavio Amado and Osama Hosni.

ASEC will be hoping to take advantage of the match being staged on their venue to grab their first win following a goalless draw with Esperance in Tunisia.