In a thrilling matchup, Al-Ahli emerged victorious against Al-Taawoun with a dramatic 2-1 win, thanks to a late penalty from Ivan Toney. This match marked a significant moment in the Saudi Pro League, bringing Al-Ahli closer to the top of the standings.
Toney’s 104th-Minute Penalty Secures the Win
The game saw Al-Taawoun take an early lead when Roger Martinez converted a penalty just before halftime. However, Al-Ahli’s Zakaria Hawsawi leveled the score in the second half after an assist from Toney.
Match Highlights
- Date: Recent match day
- Final Score: Al-Ahli 2, Al-Taawoun 1
- Key Players:
- Ivan Toney (Al-Ahli)
- Zakaria Hawsawi (Al-Ahli)
- Roger Martinez (Al-Taawoun)
- Goals:
- Roger Martinez (Al-Taawoun) – Penalty
- Zakaria Hawsawi (Al-Ahli)
- Ivan Toney (Al-Ahli) – Penalty
Match Analysis
Al-Taawoun started strong with Martinez’s successful penalty, awarded after a foul by Merih Demiral. Mohammed Al Kuwaykibi had a chance to extend their lead early in the second half but missed.
However, momentum shifted when Toney set up Hawsawi for the equalizer. Despite facing a setback with a red card to Ibanez, Al-Ahli showed resilience. The decisive moment came when Toney was fouled, leading to his own penalty which he converted flawlessly.
Statistical Overview
| Statistics | Al-Ahli | Al-Taawoun |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Goals (xG) | 2.13 from 11 shots | 1.03 from 5 attempts |
| Toney’s Performance |
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With this victory, Al-Ahli is now just seven points behind league leaders Al-Hilal, as they continue their strong pursuit in the Saudi Pro League.
