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Pivotal“Ângelo doubles Al Nassr's lead with clinical finish in stoppage time”
Pivotal
Al Nassr
Al Ittihad
Al Nassr secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Al Ittihad in a match that remained goalless until the final stages. The breakthrough came through a penalty converted by Sadio Mané in the 84th minute, following what appeared to be a contentious decision that sparked heated exchanges on the pitch. The match was characterized by robust challenges throughout, with six yellow cards distributed as both sides struggled to find rhythm in an often fractured encounter. Ângelo sealed the victory with a composed finish in stoppage time, capitalizing on Al Ittihad's desperate push for an equalizer that left them exposed at the back.
