Can Patrice Carteron complete remarkable Al-Ahly turnaround?

The French coach has boosted his own reputation after overseeing a major turnaround for the Red Devils

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Whatever happens in the Caf Champions League final, Patrice Carteron ought to be able to look back on the last five months with Al-Ahly and reflect on a job well done.

Indeed, the Frenchman has overseen a remarkable turnaround since taking Africa’s biggest club job in June, and the Red Devils’ fine revival could conclude with victory over Esperance in the continental double-header…and a record-extending ninth African title.

Ahly have been made to wait for five years for a Champions League title, the longest they’ve been without continental gold since 2001, when they defeated Mamelodi…