Al Hilal, although invincible throughout the season, has to witness their rival in the same city crowning the Saudi Pro league champion.
2025/2026 Saudi Professional League
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Match Report:
Al Hilal SFC secured a 1–0 victory over Al Fayha FC after a tense second half focused heavily on defensive organization and game management.
After taking an early lead through Sultan Mandash in the first half, Al-Hilal concentrated on controlling possession and limiting Al-Fayha’s attacking opportunities. Their midfield, led by Mohamed Kanno and Rúben Neves, slowed the tempo and protected the advantage for long stretches.
Frustration grew for Al-Fayha during the second half as physical challenges increased. Jason Denayer received a yellow card in the 70th minute, while Mukhair Al-Rashidi was also booked shortly afterward.
Al-Fayha attempted to attack on the counter late in the game but struggled to break through Al-Hilal’s organized defensive line. The biggest moment arrived in stoppage time when Al-Fayha won a penalty in the 90th minute, giving the home side a major chance to equalize.
However, Al-Hilal’s goalkeeper produced a decisive save to deny the penalty and preserve the 1–0 victory.
The result ensured Al-Hilal completed the league season unbeaten, although their title hopes still depended on the result of Al Nassr FC’s simultaneous match.
Line-ups
Al Fayha XI: Smalling, Benzia, Jason, Orlando Mosquera, Mohammed Al-Baqawi, Ahmed Bamsaud, Makhir Al-Rashidi, Abdullah Radif, Stylianos Vrontis, Rakan Kaabi, Sabri Dahal
Subs: Mikel Villanueva, Ganvoula, Alfa Semedo, Ziyad Al-Sahafi, Mansor Al-Beshe, Sattam Al-Roqi, Abdulrahman Al-Anazi, Abdulraouf Al-Duqayl, Khaled Al-Rammah
Al Hilal XI: Bounou, Neves, Milinkovic-Savic, Mohammed Kanoo, Malcom, Sultan Mandash, Theo, Nasser Al-Dawsari, Hassan Tambakti, Moteb Al-Harbi, Marcos Leonardo
Subs: Salem Al Dawsari, Ali Lajami, Mohammed Al-Yami, Suhayb Al-Zaid, Saïmon Bouabré, Saad Al-Mutairi, Murad Al-Hawsawi, Kader Meïté, Abdulkarim Darisi