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Al-Ettifaq edge out Al Shabab in thrilling Riyadh clash
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Al-Ettifaq secured a vital 1-0 victory over Al Shabab in a thrilling match at the King Fahd Stadium. The only goal of the game came in the 74th minute when Moustapha Dembélé capitalised on a defensive lapse to slot the ball home.
The encounter was characterized by a frenetic pace and a battle for midfield supremacy. Al Shabab, enjoying 60% possession, created more chances but failed to find the back of the net. Al-Ettifaq, on the other hand, proved more clinical in attack, making the most of their opportunities.
Ultimately, Al-Ettifaq emerged victorious, taking home the three points in a match that puts them in contention for a top spot in the standings.
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Substitutions al-ettifaq: at minute 64 A. Medran came in and S. Fofana went out., at minute 64 M. Abdulrahman came in and M. Al Olayan went out., at minute 78 M. Al Sibyani came in and Vitinho went out., at minute 78 A. Al Malki came in and D. Gray went out., at minute 87 T. Al Khaibari came in and M. Dembele went out.
Substitutions al shabab: at minute 73 M. Abdullah came in and H. Camara went out., at minute 85 N. Al Ghulaimish came in and G. Bonaventura went out., at minute 90 H. Al-Khorayef came in and N. Al Saadi went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Al Shabab
Al-Ettifaq
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