Neom SC vs Al Fateh
The Pro League served up a masterclass in attacking football as two determined sides battled for supremacy under the lights. Momentum swung back and forth throughout the encounter, leaving the result in doubt until the very last second.
Intense Opening Exchanges
On September 13, 2026, the clash between Neom SC and Al Fateh lived up to the pre-match hype. The home side, Neom SC, found their breakthrough early in the 16th minute when they were awarded a penalty. Alexandre Lacazette stepped up to the spot and clinicaly dispatched the ball into the net to give his side the lead. However, the physical nature of the game soon became apparent, with yellow cards being shown to players like Khalil Al Absi and Amadou Kone as both teams fought for control in the midfield.
Al Fateh's persistence paid off late in the first half. In the 41st minute, Mourad Batna produced a moment of quality to level the scores, ensuring both teams went into the break on equal footing. The competitive edge remained sharp, evidenced by Mihai Lixandru picking up a booking just moments after the equalizer.
A Second-Half Rollercoaster
The second half transformed into a high-scoring thriller. Amadou Kone momentarily turned the game on its head in the 53rd minute, finishing off a pass from Muhannad Al Saad to put Al Fateh ahead. Neom SC responded with vigor; Wilfried Kanga restored parity in the 64th minute before Alexandre Lacazette struck again in the 70th minute, assisted by Hawsawi Ahmed, to reclaim the lead for the hosts.
Just when it seemed Neom SC might secure the win, Al Fateh found a way back. Substitute Valentin Vada made an immediate impact, scoring in the 79th minute following an assist from Mohannad Abu Taha. Despite a flurry of tactical substitutions and five minutes of stoppage time, neither side could find a winner, bringing a breathless encounter to a close.
