
Al-Akhdoud Club - Al-Kholood: 1–0
Al-Akhdoud snatched a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Al-Kholood in Najran, thanks to a decisive strike from Christian Bassogog midway through the second half, assisted by Saeed Al-Rubaie. Despite holding 59% possession and outshooting the hosts with 14 attempts, Al-Kholood couldn’t find a finish, with just two shots on target. Al-Akhdoud, clinical with their chances, weathered the pressure and held on for the win. Both sides exchanged chances and corners, but the lone goal proved enough to separate them.
Key player: Christian Bassogog (Al-Akhdoud Club): The difference-maker in a tight contest, Bassogog struck the only goal of the match in the 54th minute to hand Al-Akhdoud a narrow 1-0 win.
He combined sharply with Saeed Al-Rubaie, who provided the assist, before calmly finishing to break the deadlock.
Bassogog also kept the Al-Kholood defense on edge with a second-half shot on target, forcing a save and maintaining attacking pressure.
His decisive contribution secured all three points and proved vital in a match of fine margins.
A narrow but deserved win for Al-Akhdoud, thanks to a moment of brilliance from Bassogog and solid defensive work throughout.