Benzema played the entire match. Al-Ittihad loses points in the match with Al-Ettifaq

The initial matches of the 14th round of the Saudi Professional League have taken place. Al-Ettifaq hosted Al-Ittihad, while Al-Taawoun faced Al-Riyadh.

Al-Ettifaq - Al-Ittihad 1:1

In the first half, the home team demonstrated superiority on the football pitch. Despite Al-Ittihad having more possession, Al-Ettifaq played with greater sharpness. In the 41st minute, Georginio Wijnaldum propelled the home team ahead, leading 1-0 at halftime.

After the break, Al-Ettifaq safeguarded their advantage, but it was short-lived. In the 54th minute, Hamdalla leveled the score. Despite Al-Ittihad's efforts, they were unable to snatch victory.

Al-Ittihad accumulates 25 points, currently occupying the fourth position in the Professional League.

Al-Taawoun - Al-Riyadh - 1:2

On the fourth minute, the hosts took the lead. Early in the second half, Al-Taawoun had the opportunity to score again, but Barrow failed to convert a penalty. Al-Riyadh equalized in the 72nd minute, and the winning goal was netted in the 90+10 minute.