Al-Ahli Jeddah edges past Al Akhdoud in a thrilling encounter
Jeddah, October 25, 2024. Al-Ahli Jeddah secured a 1-0 victory over Al Akhdoud in a tense and hard-fought match on matchday 8 of the Saudi Pro League.
The match was marked by a midfield battle and constant goal-scoring opportunities from both teams. Al Akhdoud had a great opportunity in the 45th minute, but G. Saviour missed a penalty. Despite this, he managed to open the scoring shortly after with a goal from G. Saviour, although it was ruled out for a prior foul in the play.
Al-Ahli Jeddah responded strongly and finally found the goal in the 63rd minute thanks to a goal from R. Mahrez, assisted by F. Kessie.
The game was characterized by high tension, with numerous fouls and yellow cards, even in the closing minutes. Al Akhdoud received a total of five yellow cards, while Al-Ahli Jeddah saw two.
Match Statistics:
* Al-Ahli Jeddah: 66% possession, 22 shots (12 on target, 7 off target), 7 corners, 11 fouls, 2 yellow cards
* Al Akhdoud: 34% possession, 17 shots (5 on target, 6 off target), 6 corners, 13 fouls, 5 yellow cards
This victory solidifies Al-Ahli Jeddah’s position in the top half of the table, while Al Akhdoud continues to fight to improve its position.
Substitutions al-ahli jeddah: at minute 46 A. Al Sanbi came in and E. Mendy went out., at minute 46 B. Al Hurayji came in and F. Al Hamad went out., at minute 63 Feras Al Brikan came in and A. Al Asmari went out., at minute 75 A. Al Ammar came in and S. Yaslam went out., at minute 83 Alexsander came in and R. Firmino went out.
Substitutions al akhdoud: at minute 68 M. Nayef came in and I. Kone went out., at minute 87 S. Al Abbas came in and C. Bassogog went out., at minute 90 N. Asiri came in and G. Saviour went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Al-Ahli Jeddah
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