Al-Hilal Outclass Al-Shabab in Riyadh Derby Showdown

Al-Hilal Outclass Al-Shabab in Riyadh Derby Showdown

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Al-Hilal continued their dominant run in the Saudi Pro League with a convincing 3-1 victory over city rivals Al-Shabab in an intense Riyadh Derby. The highly anticipated clash, played at the King Fahd International Stadium, delivered both flair and firepower as Al-Hilal showcased why they’re considered title favorites this season.

From the first whistle, Al-Hilal took control of the game. Their high pressing and quick passing pinned Al-Shabab deep in their own half. Sergej Milinković-Savić opened the scoring with a thunderous strike from outside the box, giving Al-Hilal an early lead and setting the tone for the match.

Al-Shabab struggled to contain Al-Hilal’s star-studded midfield, which included the likes of Ruben Neves and Salem Al-Dawsari. The pressure paid off again when Brazilian winger Malcom doubled the lead just before halftime with a calm finish after a slick team move. Al-Shabab, though outplayed, showed resilience in patches, and their efforts were rewarded early in the second half when Carlos scored a poacher’s goal to reduce the deficit.

The brief momentum swing didn’t last long, as Al-Hilal quickly reasserted their dominance. Aleksandar Mitrović sealed the win with a powerful header in the 75th minute, capping off another clinical display. Al-Shabab pushed for a late comeback but were denied by a solid defensive performance and crucial saves from Yassine Bounou.

With this win, Al-Hilal maintain their position at the top of the table, extending their unbeaten streak and sending a clear message to title challengers. Al-Shabab, meanwhile, will need to regroup quickly as they look to stay in contention for a top-four finish.

The derby may be done, but Al-Hilal’s form suggests the title race might already be taking shape in their favor.

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