Al Hilal Ends Ronaldo's Silverware Dream in Thrilling Super Cup Semifinal
Highlights: Al Hilal 2-1 Al Nassr
In a highly anticipated clash, Al Hilal emerged victorious over Al Nassr in the Saudi Super Cup semifinals on Saturday, securing their place in the finals. The match, held at the King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, witnessed a dramatic turn of events, including a red card for Cristiano Ronaldo.
Ronaldo Sent Off in Intense Match
The game kicked off with both teams vying for control, but it was Al Hilal who took the lead in the 19th minute through a stunning goal by Odion Ighalo. However, Al Nassr equalized just before the half-hour mark after Anderson Talisca converted a penalty. The second half saw a more intense battle, with both teams creating several chances to score.
With just over ten minutes remaining, the match took a dramatic turn when Ronaldo was shown a straight red card for an altercation with an opponent. The incident left Al Nassr down to ten men, and Al Hilal took advantage of the numerical superiority.
Al Hilal Strikes Late to Seal Victory
In the 82nd minute, Moussa Marega found the back of the net for Al Hilal, giving them a 2-1 lead. Despite Al Nassr's desperate attempts to equalize, Al Hilal held on to secure the victory and a place in the Super Cup final.
With this win, Al Hilal has maintained its dominance over Al Nassr, having not lost to their rivals in the last five meetings. The Super Cup final is scheduled to take place on January 29th, and Al Hilal will be aiming to add another trophy to their collection.
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