Saudi Kings Cup Final: Al Hilal and Al Nassr Draw 1-1
Game Summary
In a thrilling Saudi Kings Cup final on May 31, 2024, Al Hilal and Al Nassr played to a thrilling 1-1 draw at King Abdullah Sports City.
First Half
The first half started with both teams playing cautiously. Al Hilal had the better chances, with Salem Al-Dawsari hitting the crossbar in the 15th minute. Al Nassr's best chance came in the 30th minute when Vincent Aboubakar's shot was saved by Abdullah Al-Mayouf. The half ended in a 0-0 stalemate.
Second Half
The second half was more open, with both teams taking more risks. Al Hilal finally broke the deadlock in the 60th minute. Carlos Eduardo received a pass from Andre Carrillo and curled a beautiful shot into the top corner.
Al Nassr responded quickly, with Luiz Gustavo equalizing for his team just five minutes later. Gustavo's powerful header from a corner kick beat Al-Mayouf at his near post.
The rest of the half saw both teams pushing for a winner, but neither could find a decisive goal. The match ended 1-1, forcing a penalty shootout.
Penalty Shootout
In the penalty shootout, Al Hilal emerged victorious. Salem Al-Dawsari converted the winning penalty, while Al Nassr's Talisca had his shot saved by Al-Mayouf.
Al Hilal's victory marks their second Saudi Kings Cup title in three years.
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