
Al-Kholood – Al-Taawoun FC: 0–2
Al-Taawoun FC continued their impressive away form with a solid 2–0 win at Al-Kholood. Cristhoper Douglas Zambrano Mendez opened the scoring in the 22nd minute after being set up by Flavio. The visitors doubled their lead in the second half via an unfortunate own goal from William Troost-Ekong. Despite Al-Kholood racking up 12 corners and 8 shots, they couldn’t find a breakthrough. Al-Taawoun finished with ten men after Muteb Al Mufarraj was sent off late in stoppage time, but the damage had already been done.
Key Player: Cristhoper Douglas Zambrano Mendez (Al-Taawoun FC)
Opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a composed finish that gave Al-Taawoun an early edge and dictated the tone of the match.
His goal proved decisive, breaking Al-Kholood's defensive shape and allowing his team to play from the front.
A reliable presence in the final third, Zambrano Mendez capitalized on Flavio's assist to strike at a crucial moment in the first half.
Al-Taawoun FC demonstrated their superiority both tactically and defensively, seizing control early through key individual performances and closing out the match with discipline. Despite a late red card, their two-goal cushion ensured a deserved victory that reinforces their strong run on the road.