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Гол Вейга принёс «Аль-Ахли» победу над «Аль-Раедом»

Gol Vega gives Al Ahli victory over Al Raed

Saudi Professional League

Al Ahli edged out Al Raed 1-0 in a closely contested Saudi Professional League match at the Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium on Monday.

The only goal of the game came in the 52nd minute when substitute Gustavo Cuellar set up Vega, who fired home from close range.

Al Ahli had the better chances in the first half but were unable to find the breakthrough. Al Raed goalkeeper Abdullah Al-Mayouf made a string of fine saves to keep his team in the game.

The visitors improved after the break and took the lead through Vega's well-taken goal. Al Raed pushed for an equalizer but were unable to find a way past Al Ahli goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owais.

The win moves Al Ahli up to third in the Saudi Professional League standings, while Al Raed remain in 13th place.

Post-Match Reaction

“We're delighted to have won tonight,” said Al Ahli coach Pitso Mosimane. “Al Raed are a good team and made it difficult for us. But we showed great character to come back from a goal down and win the game.”

“I'm disappointed with the result,” said Al Raed coach Marius Sumudica. “We played well and created chances, but we couldn't take them. We need to learn from our mistakes and improve for the next game.”

Key Moments

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Man of the Match

Gustavo Cuellar was named man of the match for his impressive performance in the second half. The Colombian midfielder set up the winning goal and was a constant threat to the Al Raed defense.

Conclusion

Al Ahli's victory over Al Raed was a hard-fought win that moved them up to third in the Saudi Professional League standings. Vega's goal was the difference between the two teams and the Colombian striker will be hoping to continue his good form in the coming weeks.