Match Summary

Neom SC – Al-Ittihad Club: 1–3
Al-Ittihad Club secured a convincing 3–1 win on the road against Neom SC, fueled by a standout performance from Steven Bergwijn. Roger Fernandes opened the scoring with a header, set up expertly by Bergwijn, before Said Benrahma leveled for Neom in the first half. Bergwijn then turned scorer in the second half, restoring the lead with an assist from Moussa Diaby. Deep into stoppage time, Ahmed Al-Ghamdi sealed the victory with a third, thanks to Saleh Al-Shehri’s assist. Al-Ittihad edged possession and made their chances count with a clinical display.

Man of the Match

Key player: Steven Bergwijn (Al-Ittihad Club)
A standout performance from Bergwijn, who set the tone early by assisting the opening goal with a pinpoint cross for Fernandes' header.
He then turned scorer himself, restoring Al-Ittihad’s lead in the second half with a composed finish.
Bergwijn’s dual contribution proved vital in breaking Neom SC’s resilience and tilting the match in Al-Ittihad’s favor.

Conclusion

Al-Ittihad Club showcased strong attacking prowess and tactical discipline to secure all three points away from home. Bergwijn's brilliance, combined with solid performances from Fernandes, Diaby, and Al-Ghamdi, highlighted a well-rounded team effort that could serve as a key momentum builder for their season ahead.