Al-Ittihad got on the board inside the first 20. Youssef En-Nesyri finished well to put them ahead. Orlando Pirates drew level right before half-time. The Buccaneers had to rotate nine spots because of earlier World Cup hold-ups, forcing a makeshift lineup. Allegri’s team then produced another late winner to seal the result. En-Nesyri carried on with rehab work during the run of play. Allegri ran the side for the full duration.