Stephen Nzonzi, the Qatari player of Al Rayyan and one of the 2018 World Cup champions with France, described Al Hilal as the best in Asia, noting that his country is able to retain its title at the end of this year.
Nzonzi said in his interview with “In the Goal” program: The AFC Champions League is strong and its level is great. I played previously in the European Champions League, and when I went into the Asian championship, I was surprised by the level. I think that all the teams have levels close to each other except for Al Hilal, whose level is somewhat different. .
He added: Al Hilal is the best team that I have seen in the tournament. They have distinguished players in various positions, they have great experience and their level is consistent in all matches. The team is excellent defensively and offensively, and I think it is one of the best Asian teams at the moment.
He concluded: I think that the French national team is among the biggest candidates to win the World Cup and maintain its title for the second time in a row.
