Moroccan international Abderrazak Hamdallah played a pivotal role in securing Al-Ittihad Jeddah’s place in the semifinals of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup on Sunday, dominating Faisaly with a 4-1 victory.
Hamdallah, displaying his scoring prowess, netted the opening goal for Al-Ittihad in the injury time of the first half, converting a penalty kick.
The remaining goals for Al-Ittihad came from Frenchman Ngolo Kanté in the 54th minute and Egyptian defender Ahmed Hegazi, who scored twice – first in the 68th minute and then in the 80th minute.
With this impressive win, Al-Ittihad Jeddah joins the ranks of qualified teams for the pre-final stage, alongside Al-Khaleej, Al-Hilal, and Al-Nassr.
The draw to determine the matchups for the pre-final stage is anticipated shortly.
Hamdallah’s outstanding performance continues to elevate his stature, not only as a key player for Al-Ittihad Jeddah but also as a crucial contributor to their journey in the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup.
The striker’s clinical finishing and ability to make a difference in crucial moments have solidified his position as a vital asset for the team.
