Benzema’s Goal Saves Federation from Cooperation Trap
Al-Ittihad Seizes Victory over Al-Cooperation in Saudi Professional League Championships
Match Report
Al-Ittihad’s first football team secured a challenging win against its cooperation counterpart in the Saudi Professional League Championships "Roshen", with a score of 2-1. The victory raised Al-Ittihad’s points to 49, temporarily leading the competition, pending the result of the Al-Hilal match with Al-Tadreej.
Match Highlights
The match was marked by a thrilling performance from both teams, with the cooperation’s midfielder, Abdul Quddus Attia, scoring an equalizer in the 10th minute of the first half. However, Al-Ittihad’s midfielder, Abdul Rahman Al-Aboud, restored the lead for his team in the 21st minute, with a powerful shot from outside the penalty area.
The winning goal was scored by Benzema in the 45th minute, after receiving a brilliant pass from Hossam Awar in the depth of the defense of cooperation. This goal proved to be the decisive one, as Al-Ittihad secured their 16th victory of the season.
Next Matches
Al-Ittihad will face Al-Wahda in the next round, before their highly anticipated match against Al-Hilal on the 22nd of this month.
Current Standings
Al-Ittihad: 49 points
Al-Cooperation: 24 points
Conclusion
Al-Ittihad’s victory over Al-Cooperation was a welcome relief for the federation, as they continue to push for the title. The team’s performance was marked by a strong defense and clinical finishing, with Benzema’s goal being the difference maker.
FAQs
- What was the final score in the match between Al-Ittihad and Al-Cooperation?
- 2-1 in favor of Al-Ittihad
- Who scored the winning goal for Al-Ittihad?
- Benzema in the 45th minute
- What is Al-Ittihad’s current position in the competition?
- They are temporarily leading the competition with 49 points