Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Al-Hilal maintained their perfect start to the Saudi Pro League season with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Damac at the Kingdom Arena on Wednesday night.
The match, a thrilling five-goal encounter, saw Al-Hilal come from behind twice to secure all three points and claim the top spot in the league table.
Al-Hilal vs Damac: A Back-and-Forth Encounter
Damac started the match brightly, with Senegal forward Habib Diallo proving to be a constant threat. However, it was Al-Hilal who struck first, with Aleksandar Mitrovic heading home a cross from Mohammed Al-Qahtani in the fifth minute of stoppage time.
The visitors responded in style in the second half, with Francois Kamano and Habib Diallo scoring two quick-fire goals to take a 2-1 lead. However, Al-Hilal fought back, with Musab Al-Juwayr leveling the score with a powerful volley before Mitrovic completed the comeback with his second goal of the match.
Al-Ettifaq and Al-Wehda Also Claim Victories
In the other match of the day, Al-Ettifaq continued their impressive start to the season with a 1-0 win over Al-Okhdood. Moussa Dembele’s 63rd-minute strike sealed the victory for Steven Gerrard’s side, who have yet to concede a goal this season.
Al-Wehda also secured a win, defeating Al-Orobah 2-1 thanks to a late goal from Murad Khadhari.
League Table
Al-Hilal, Al-Ettifaq, and Al-Qadsiah currently lead the Saudi Pro League table with six points from two matches each.
Key Takeaways
- Al-Hilal’s comeback victory showcased their resilience and quality.
- Aleksandar Mitrovic’s performance was crucial for Al-Hilal’s success.
- Al-Ettifaq’s defensive solidity has been impressive so far.
- The Saudi Pro League is shaping up to be a competitive and exciting season.
As the league continues, it will be interesting to see if Al-Hilal can maintain their dominance, or if other teams can challenge for the title.