In a captivating clash at the Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Stadium in Dammam on the 27th round of the Saudi Pro League “Roshen,” Al-Fateh triumphed over their hosts, Al-Khaleej, with a resounding score of 5-1. The match showcased Al-Fateh’s offensive prowess, primarily highlighted by standout performances from several key players.
The scoring frenzy began early when Al-Khaleej took an unexpected lead through Corbalis, who netted a goal in the fourth minute, injecting a sense of urgency into the match. However, Al-Fateh quickly regained their composure and responded effectively. It was Matias Vargas who first leveled the playing field for Al-Fateh, finding the back of the net in the 44th minute, just before halftime. This pivotal goal shifted the momentum in favor of Al-Fateh, setting the stage for an explosive second half.
Shortly after the restart, Al-Fateh continued their assault, with Morad Batna increasing their tally in the 47th minute. The forward’s quick strike gave Al-Fateh a lead that they would not relinquish. Adding to the home team’s woes, Amin Sabahi followed suit, scoring in the 52nd minute to put Al-Fateh firmly in control of the game. Not resting on their laurels, Sufyan Ben Debka further extended their advantage, securing a goal in the 65th minute, demonstrating Al-Fateh’s dominance in the match.
With this victory, Al-Fateh secured three vital points, bringing their total to 26 points in the league standings, placing them in 14th position. In contrast, Al-Khaleej remained at 33 points, trailing in 10th place in the league table.
In another fixture on the same day in the same round, Al-Feiha managed to secure a narrow 2-1 victory against Al-Qadisiyah at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Buraidah. Al-Feiha’s forward, Lopez, was the star of this match as well, delivering a strong performance by scoring twice, first in the 33rd minute and again in the 58th minute, showcasing his striking capabilities and solidifying his team’s lead.
Despite a commendable late effort from Al-Qadisiyah, whose player Kenounis found the net in stoppage time in the 90+2 minute, it was too little, too late. This late goal proved insufficient to overcome the deficit established by Al-Feiha earlier in the match. With this win, Al-Feiha boosted their points tally to 29, moving them up to 12th in the league.
In summary, this round of the Saudi Pro League saw notable performances from both Al-Fateh and Al-Feiha. The explosive display by Al-Fateh against Al-Khaleej not only reflects their offensive strength but also offers them hope as they aim to improve their league position in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, Al-Feiha’s crucial win over Al-Qadisiyah indicates a positive trajectory for the team as they strive to move up in the rankings as well. Each team is now eager to build upon these results as the season advances, with each point becoming increasingly important in the competitive landscape of the league.
