The much-awaited game between Al-Nassr FC and Al-Hilal Saudi FC finally happened on Friday, May 17, 2024, at the lively Al-Awwal Stadium in Riyadh. It was an exciting match that ended in a 1-1 draw, with both teams putting on an incredible display of talent and determination.
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Brief Overview
Both teams boasted star-studded lineups. For Al Nassr, C. Ronaldo, S. Mane, Brozovic, Otavio, and Laporte were the center of attraction.
For Al Hilal, Milinkovic-Savic and Mitrovic were the key players.
Otavio opened the scoring for Al Nassr at the very 1st minute of the game, and the equalizer from Al Hilal came at the very last moment of the game. Fan’s favorite Ronaldo got two decent chances to double the lead, but he fluffed the finish.
Goal Timeline
- 0:27 min: Otavio of Al-Nassr FC scored a brilliant goal.
- 90:00 min: Aleksandar Mitrovic of Al-Hilal Saudi FC converted a last-gasp penalty to level the score.
Game Statistics
| Team | Yellow Cards | Red Cards | Shots On Target | Ball Possession (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Nassr FC | 4 | 0 | 6 | 35 |
| Al-Hilal Saudi FC | 3 | 0 | 2 | 65 |
League Standings
Following this match, Al Hilal still dominated the top spot in the Saudi Pro League with 90; points. Al Nassr’s loss leaves them trailing Al Hilal by 12 points in second place, with their chances of securing the title now looking slim.
Upcoming Matches
- Al-Nassr FC will face Al-Ahli SC next week.
- Al-Hilal Saudi FC will take on Al-Ittihad FC in their next fixture.
