Al-Ettifaq edge past Al-Fayha in a tight contest
Al Majma’ah, Saudi Arabia – Al-Ettifaq secured a 2-1 victory over Al-Fayha in a thrilling encounter at the Al Majma’ah Sports City Stadium. The match was characterized by intensity, constant battle for possession, and individual quality from certain players.
Al-Fayha started with good rhythm, but it was Al-Ettifaq who struck first. In the 28th minute, R. Lopez opened the scoring for Al-Fayha with a precise finish, a goal of quality.
However, the goal did not discourage Al-Ettifaq. In the second half, the team led by Steven Gerrard came out with more force and equalized in the 53rd minute thanks to an excellent goal by A. Medran. The midfielder received a precise pass from G. Wijnaldum and finished confidently.
Al-Ettifaq wasn’t satisfied with the draw and continued to seek victory. Constant pressure and greater possession of the ball finally paid off, and Al-Ettifaq managed to score the second goal in the 72nd minute, sealing the match.
Al-Ettifaq’s victory was marred by receiving three yellow cards (M. Al Olayan, A. Al Malki and A. Madu). Al-Fayha, on the other hand, received just one yellow card (A. Al Harajin).
Al-Fayha had less possession of the ball (44%), but was more effective in shots on goal, with 3 out of 7 attempts (3 off target). Al-Ettifaq, with 56% possession, fired 14 times (5 on goal, 5 off target) in search of the opposing goal. Both teams had a similar number of fouls.
In summary, a tight match in which Al-Ettifaq managed to prevail thanks to a good second half, but which could have had a different result if Al-Fayha had made better use of their chances.
Substitutions al-fayha: at minute 9 A. Al Harajin came in and A. Pozuelo went out., at minute 67 R. Al Kaabi came in and G. Cimirot went out., at minute 83 K. Al Kabi came in and N. Al Harthi went out., at minute 83 M. Al Beshe came in and A. Al Harajin went out.
Substitutions al-ettifaq: at minute 59 Vitinho came in and A. Al Malki went out., at minute 73 M. Dembele came in and A. Medran went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Al-Fayha
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Al-Ettifaq
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