Al-Hilal Matches Record With Dominant 9-0 Win Over Al Fateh In Saudi Pro League

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Al-Hilal achieved a historic 9-0 victory against Al Fateh, equalling their own record for the largest win in Saudi Pro League history. This triumph keeps them at the top of the league standings. Marcos Leonardo was instrumental, scoring a hat-trick. Initially, Kalidou Koulibaly and Renan Lodi scored in the first half, with Leonardo adding a penalty goal in stoppage time to open the floodgates.

Sergej Milinkovic-Savic extended the lead to 4-0 just before halftime. Leonardo netted his second goal shortly after the break, assisted by Ruben Neves. Abdullah Al Hamddan and Malcom added late goals, bringing Al-Hilal close to their record margin. An own goal by Faisal Al Abdulwahed sealed the 9-0 scoreline. Ziyad Al Jari's red card for denying a clear chance compounded Al Fateh's woes.

Despite Al-Hilal's dominance, title rivals Al-Ittihad remain close behind. They secured a 4-1 victory over Al-Raed, narrowing the gap to three points. Karim Benzema opened the scoring with a close-range finish in the 21st minute. Steven Bergwijn doubled their lead with a strike from outside the box just before halftime.

Naif Hazazi managed to reduce the deficit for Al-Raed with a left-footed shot in the second half. However, Abdulrahman Al Obud and Houssem Aouar scored late goals to ensure a comfortable win for Al-Ittihad. They remain second in the league standings due to goal difference.

The defeat leaves Al Fateh struggling at the bottom of the table with only six points, six points away from safety. Despite avoiding double figures in stoppage time, they face an uphill battle to escape relegation. Their performance highlighted defensive vulnerabilities that need addressing if they are to improve their standing.

This emphatic win by Jorge Jesus' side not only solidifies their position at the top but also showcases their attacking prowess. The team's ability to score freely against opponents is proving crucial in their pursuit of retaining the league title.