Match Summary

Al Hilal SFC – Al-Ittifaq FC: 2–0

Al Hilal struck early and never looked back as they secured a 2–0 win over Al-Ittifaq at Kingdom Arena. Mohamed Kanno opened the scoring in the 13th minute, converting a well-placed assist from Malcom. Just 18 minutes later, Salem Al-Dawsari doubled the lead with a sharp finish to cap off a dominant first half. Despite several attempts from Al-Ittifaq, including six shots on target, they couldn’t find the breakthrough. With 60% possession and 9 shots on target, Al Hilal controlled the pace from kick-off to the final whistle.

Man of the Match

Key player: Malcom (Al Hilal SFC): A dynamic all-around performance from the Brazilian winger, who was instrumental in unlocking Al-Ittifaq’s defense. He provided a crisp assist for Mohamed Kanno’s opening goal in the 13th minute, setting the tone early for Al Hilal’s dominance. Malcom also remained a constant attacking threat, delivering multiple corners and registering several shots, showing his influence across the pitch.

Conclusion

A commanding victory for Al Hilal, who showcased their attacking strength and tactical control from start to finish.