Mitrovic Inspires Al-Hilal’s Thrilling Comeback Victory
In a sensational turn of events, Al-Hilal, led by the remarkable striker Mitrovic, staged a remarkable comeback against their rivals, Al-Ittihad Jeddah, securing a thrilling 4-3 victory. The Saudi Football Classic unfolded at the Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium in Jeddah during the fifth round of the Roshen Professional League.
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Mitrovic’s Hat-Trick Shines
Al-Hilal’s victory was spearheaded by Alexander Mitrovic, who achieved a remarkable hat-trick, finding the net in the 20th, 60th, and 65th minutes. Additionally, Salem Al-Dosari scored a pivotal goal in the 71st minute. On the opposing side, Al-Ittihad saw goals from Romarinho, Karim Benzema, and Abdul Razzaq Hamdallah in the 16th, 38th, and 90th + 8th minutes, respectively.
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Al-Ittihad’s Streak Halted
This match marked a significant shift for Al-Ittihad, ending their streak of four consecutive victories. Their points tally stands at 12, placing them temporarily in the second spot. Meanwhile, Al-Hilal secured their fourth victory of the season, along with a draw, accumulating 13 points to lead the league temporarily.
The First Half: A Dynamic Exchange
The initial moments of the match saw both teams eager to seize control, with Al-Hilal attempting offensive moves to secure an early lead. However, Al-Ittihad’s defense remained vigilant.
Romarinho Opens Scoring
In the 16th minute, Al-Ittihad broke the deadlock with a goal from Romarinho. A precise pass from Abdul Razzaq Hamdallah set up Romarinho to score past Al-Hilal’s goalkeeper Yassin Bono.