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Al Riyadh Secures Victory Over Al Najma in Tense Match Marked by Cards
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In a match held at the Al-Shabab Club Stadium, Al Riyadh emerged victorious against Al Najma in a game that ended with high tension and controversy. The match, part of the second round of the Pro League’s regular season, was officiated by Mohammed Al Esmaiel.
Al Riyadh started strong, opening the scoring in the first minute with a goal from Toze, assisted by T. Okou. The home side’s pressure continued, and M. Sylla extended the lead in the 19th minute. However, Al Najma didn’t give up, and Lazaro pulled one back in the 51st minute, assisted by M. Al Kunaydiri, giving his team hope.
Despite Al Najma’s efforts, Al Riyadh managed to hold onto their lead. The match was characterized by a high number of fouls, totaling 26 between both teams, and a flurry of cards. Al Najma accumulated three yellow cards, while Al Riyadh received three yellow cards and one red card, the latter for I. Bayesh in the 90th minute, after receiving a second booking.
Ball control was in favor of Al Najma, with 64% possession, but Al Riyadh made better use of their opportunities, with 3 shots on target compared to only one from their opponent. The match leaves a bittersweet taste for Al Najma, who despite dominating possession, failed to convert their chances.
Substitutions al najma: at minute 46 N. Al Hawsawi came in and Lazaro went out., at minute 46 R. Quioto came in and M. Al Kunaydiri went out., at minute 81 A. Al Shammeri came in and R. Al Tulayhi went out., at minute 85 A. Jasim came in and F. Al Mutairi went out., at minute 85 B. Boutobba came in and H. Al Dubais went out.
Substitutions al riyadh: at minute 56 T. Okou came in and M. Suhluli went out., at minute 62 M. Al Saeed came in and S. Hazazi went out., at minute 62 I. Soro came in and N. Al Bishi went out., at minute 80 M. Sylla came in and S. Zaydan went out., at minute 80 K. Al Absi came in and O. Al Boardi went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Al Riyadh
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Al Najma
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