Saudi Pro League
#ALRITTI ⚽️🔥 | Al Ittihad defeats Al Riyadh thanks to Kanté!
Al Ittihad Triumphs Over Al Riyadh: Kanté the Decider!
In a hard-fought Saudi Pro League match, Al Ittihad snatched a valuable victory (0-1) against Al Riyadh thanks to a goal from N’Golo Kanté at the end of the first half. Despite Al Ittihad’s dominant possession (74% vs. 26%), Al Riyadh put up a fierce resistance, making the encounter tighter than the statistics suggest. Clear-cut chances were few and far between, but Kanté’s experience and talent made the difference just before the break. Al Riyadh attempted a comeback in the second half, but Al Ittihad’s well-organized defense held firm.
Beyond the scoreline, this match highlighted N’Golo Kanté’s impact on the Saudi league. His arrival has clearly strengthened Al Ittihad, who are emerging as serious title contenders. Al Ittihad’s territorial dominance wasn’t reflected in a rout, which is a testament to Al Riyadh’s fighting spirit. It’s also worth noting the high number of offsides whistled against Al Riyadh (7), a sign of a team that tried to play a high line but lacked precision in their passing. What do you think of Kanté’s performance? Can Al Ittihad aim for the title this season? Share your analysis of the match and give it a rating!
| Stadium | Type |
|---|---|
| 0 | Saudi Pro League |
Team Statistics
| Team | Score | Possession (%) | Total Shots | Corners | Offside | Who put the ball in the net? | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Riyadh | 0 | 26% | 6 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Al Ittihad | 1 | 74% | 11 | 5 | 2 | N. Kanté | 45 + 2 |
Match Events
| Yellow Cards | Red Cards |
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| 0 | 0 |