Al Kholood was lethal and surprised Al-Ahli Jeddah with a 3-1 victory

Lethal efficiency

Al Kholood was lethal in their attack, converting 3 of their 4 shots on goal, resulting in an impressive 75% efficiency. This statistic highlights the team's ability to capitalize on the opportunities presented to them, contrasting with Al-Ahli Jeddah's inefficacy, which, despite dominating the game, only managed to convert 1 of their 14 shots.

A decisive first half

The match started with a clear dominance from Al-Ahli Jeddah, who controlled possession (69%) and created more chances. However, it was Al Kholood who struck first: Iker Kortajarena opened the scoring in the 32nd minute, assisted by Coba. This goal was a turning point, allowing Al Kholood to gain confidence and control the pace of the match.

The final blow

In the second half, Al Kholood showcased their efficiency once again. After Ivan Toney's temporary equalizer for Al-Ahli Jeddah in the 66th minute, the home side quickly responded. Julien Domingues and Mohammed Sawaan sealed the victory with two late goals, demonstrating that although Al-Ahli Jeddah dominated possession and shots, the effectiveness in the box was key to the result.

A standout player

Iker Kortajarena stood out as the player of the match, with a rating of 7.69. His goal and contribution to the game were crucial for Al Kholood to secure the three points. This victory not only allows them to climb the standings but also provides an important psychological boost in the competition for a place in the Champions League zone.