Al Feiha and Al Fateh battled to a thrilling 2-2 draw, showcasing the talents of Fashion Sakala, Abdelhamid Sabiri, Djaniny, and Sofiane Bendebka.
Al Feiha, fresh off two consecutive victories, faced Al Fateh on Thursday, May 9, in a high-stakes clash. The match lived up to its billing, culminating in a pulsating stalemate with both sides sharing the spoils.
The duo of Fashion Sakala and Abdelhamid Sabiri shone brightly for Al Feiha, leaving an indelible mark on the encounter. Sakala, the Zambian striker, displayed his scoring prowess with a brace, courtesy of pinpoint assists from Sabiri.
Their partnership bore fruit in the 29th and 69th minutes, propelling Al Feiha’s offensive threat. Sakala’s tally for the season now stands at an impressive 17 goals, while Sabiri boasts seven assists to his name.
On the other side, Al Fateh found their equalizers through Djaniny and Sofiane Bendebka. Djaniny, the Cape Verdean striker, demonstrated his clutch factor by leveling the score at 1-1 in the 47th minute, notching his seventh goal of the season.
Bendebka, the Algerian midfielder, added to the excitement with a well-taken strike in the 76th minute, registering his sixth goal of the campaign.
With both teams deadlocked at 2-2 at the final whistle, Al Fateh and Al Feiha find themselves inseparable in the standings, occupying the sixth and seventh positions, respectively, with 42 points apiece.
The thrilling showdown between Al Feiha and Al Fateh served as a testament to the competitive spirit of the Saudi Pro League, showcasing the talent and determination of the players on both sides as they battled for supremacy on the football pitch.