Ittihad Confirms Al-Ghamdi's ACL Tear

Al Ittihad has received a significant blow during its preparations for the new season, as it announced that midfielder Hamed Al-Ghamdi has suffered a tear in his anterior cruciate ligament.

The club confirmed in an official statement that the medical team has begun completing the necessary procedures in preparation for surgery in the coming days, ahead of the treatment and rehabilitation phase.

Hamed Al-Ghamdi will miss the friendly match against Las Palmas after suffering an injury during the previous encounter between Ittihad and South Africa's Orlando Pirates.

The injury forces the player to undergo a long medical and rehabilitation program, while the coaching staff awaits updates on his condition and the expected duration of his absence in the upcoming period.

Al-Ghamdi's injury comes at a crucial time, as Union relies on their external camp to enhance player readiness and achieve maximum cohesion before the start of the new sports season.

Ittihad triumphed over Orlando Pirates with a score of 3-2 during the friendly match held on Tuesday as part of the team's preparations for the upcoming season.