Al-Ittihad struck first inside the first 20. Youssef En-Nesyri hit the target to give his side the lead. Orlando Pirates got themselves equal just ahead of half-time. The Soweto giants had to make nine changes because of earlier World Cup hold-ups, leaving the side reshuffled. Allegri’s men then struck late again to settle the contest. En-Nesyri continued his rehab programme throughout the match. Allegri oversaw team affairs from start to finish.