Saudi Arabia's Al Ahli players refused to celebrate the second division title. Decision defended by club president Walid Moaz, but appeared to have upset coach Pitso Mosimane.

Some of its fans on social media demanded not to celebrate this title, while its neighbor and rival Al Ittihad won the Professional League title. Al Ahly, who have won three league titles and are known as the "castle of cups and championships", said in a statement that they apologise to their fans for this season.