Match Summary

Al-Riyadh SC – Al-Ittifaq FC: 0–2
Al-Ittifaq FC secured a strong away win in Riyadh with two late goals to sink Al-Riyadh SC. The game turned after Mohammed Al Khanibari’s red card for the hosts early in the second half, leaving them down to ten men. Francisco Calvo struck first with a header in the 90th minute, followed by Georginio Wijnaldum's clinical finish in stoppage time. Dominating with 65% possession and 8 shots on target, Al-Ittifaq made their control count when it mattered most.

Man of the Match

Top player: Francisco Calvo (Al-Ittifaq FC)
A towering presence at the back and a decisive one up front, Calvo broke the deadlock with a crucial header in the 90th minute.
His late strike silenced the home crowd and set Al-Ittifaq on course for a hard-earned away win at the death.

Conclusion

Al-Ittifaq FC demonstrated resilience and composure to secure a vital late victory. With key contributions from Calvo, Medran, Wijnaldum, and Al-Ghannam, they capitalized on their numerical advantage to break down a stubborn Al-Riyadh defense and claim all three points on the road.