Al-Ittihad takes temporary lead in Saudi Pro League

Al-Ittihad has secured a temporary lead at the top of the Saudi Pro League standings with 17 points following a 3-1 victory over Al-Faisaly. The winning goals were scored by Steven Bergwijn in the 28th minute and Youssef En-Nesyri, who netted twice in the 43rd and 58th minutes. Al-Faisaly's lone goal was scored by Theo Bongonda in the 87th minute.

Ahead of the match, Al-Ittihad confirmed the return of four key players to training following injury recoveries: Georginio Wijnaldum, Predrag Rajković, Moktar Ali, and Steven Bergwijn. Their availability provides the coaching staff with expanded tactical options for the ongoing campaign.

In other league action, Al-Qadsiah and Al-Ettifaq played to a 3-3 draw. The result leaves Al-Qadsiah in second place with 16 points, closely trailing Al-Ittihad.