Al-Ettifaq returns to winning ways against Neom

Al-Ettifaq secured a narrow victory against their hosts Neom with a single goal in the match that took place on Saturday evening, concluding the ninth round of the Saudi Pro League. This win marks their return to winning ways after three consecutive draws.

The first half ended in a goalless draw, with both teams unable to find the net, as the match continued without goals until the final minutes, amidst anticipation for a decisive outcome.

Abdullah Khateeb scored the winning goal for Al-Ettifaq in the 83rd minute, capitalising on the crucial moments of the match to give his team three valuable points away from home, ending their wait for victory in recent rounds.

This victory puts Al-Ettifaq back on track after settling for draws in their last three matches in the Saudi Pro League, providing an important boost in the league standings.

Al-Ettifaq has raised their tally to 15 points, advancing to 7th place in the standings, benefiting from their win over Neom at the conclusion of round nine.

In contrast, Neom's tally remains at 16 points, placing them 8th after failing to capitalize on home advantage and the support of their fans to secure a positive result against Al-Ettifaq.