Al-Hilal dominates Riyadh derby with a commanding 3-0 victory over Al-Nassr

In a highly anticipated clash, Al-Hilal showcased their determination to secure the Roshn Saudi Premier League title by securing a commanding 3-0 victory over arch-rivals Al-Nassr in the second Riyadh derby of the season. The match unfolded at the King Fahd International Stadium on Friday night, providing fans with an intense and gripping spectacle.

After an evenly contested first 45 minutes, the league leaders, Al-Hilal, broke the deadlock just after the hour mark when Sergej Milinkovic-Savic executed a well-placed header. The tension escalated as the game progressed, leading to a decisive turn in favor of Al-Hilal in the second half, with Aleksandar Mitrovic delivering a late brace that sealed the victory.

The electrifying encounter, witnessed by a crowd of 67,372 enthusiastic fans, solidified Al-Hilal’s position at the top of the league, now boasting a seven-point lead over their competitors after 15 matches. The match’s narrative saw Al-Hilal dominating from the start, with Mitrovic narrowly missing an early opportunity and Salem Al-Dawsari threatening the opposition’s goal. In a moment of excitement, Al-Nassr’s Anderson Talisca attempted a daring looping shot that struck the crossbar.

The first half also saw contentious moments, including Al-Nassr’s appeals for a penalty being dismissed despite an apparent foul on Seko Fofana. The dynamics of the game shifted significantly in the second half as Milinkovic-Savic and Mitrovic’s goals exposed a vulnerable Al-Nassr defense. Despite efforts from Al-Nassr and the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo, Al-Hilal’s disciplined and ruthless performance secured the victory.

With this result, Al-Hilal now enjoys a comfortable seven-point lead over their closest rivals, Al-Nassr. The team’s impressive display in this pivotal derby suggests that Al-Hilal is on a formidable path to defend their league title.