Al Diriyah vs Al-Kholood Club
Prince Turki bin Abdul Aziz Stadium
M. Al Ismail
2026/2027
Match Report
Newly-promoted Al Diriyah continued their solid start to life in the Saudi Pro League, sharing the spoils in a 1-1 draw with Al Kholood. It was a spirited showing from Bruno Lage's side, who arrived full of confidence after picking up their first-ever top-flight win in the previous round.
Abdulellah Al-Malki was on target for the hosts, turning home a chance created by Oscar Rodriguez, while E. Utkas got the equaliser for the visitors. There were no cards of note as both sides cancelled each other out and had to settle for a point apiece.
The result keeps Al Diriyah unbeaten in two of their opening three matches of their maiden Pro League campaign, a promising sign after an opening-day defeat to Al-Ahli. For Al Kholood, avoiding defeat on the road will be a welcome boost given their previously poor away record this season.
Abdulellah Al-Malki was on target for the hosts, turning home a chance created by Oscar Rodriguez, while E. Utkas got the equaliser for the visitors. There were no cards of note as both sides cancelled each other out and had to settle for a point apiece.
The result keeps Al Diriyah unbeaten in two of their opening three matches of their maiden Pro League campaign, a promising sign after an opening-day defeat to Al-Ahli. For Al Kholood, avoiding defeat on the road will be a welcome boost given their previously poor away record this season.
Match Events
64'
71'
77'
R. Solan(Foul)
81'
81'
83'
87'
87'
S. Cisse(Foul)
90+1'
A. M. Yousef H.(Unsportsmanlike conduct)
Standings
| # | W | D | L | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Al-Kholood Club | 3 | 3 | 1 | +2 | 12 |
| 8 | Al Diriyah | 3 | 2 | 2 | +2 | 11 |
Statistics
58%Possession42%
10Shots9
1Shots on Target4
8Corners1
14Fouls10
0Offsides1
0Yellow Cards3
522Passes384
3Saves0
Head to Head
0
Al Diriyah wins
1
Draws
0
Al-Kholood Club wins
Goals: 1 - 1
