RIYADH: There was plenty to talk about after the first full Saudi Professional League program since the World Cup. With a third of the season over, here are five things Arab News learned. 1.
Riyadh derby brings World Cup quality and excitement In the biggest game of the day — not just in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Asia but arguably also the world — Al-Nassr drew 2-2 with Al-Hilal in their much-anticipated derby.
The visitors, and defending champions, twice took the lead but were pegged back twice in what was an enthralling contest. Some of the biggest names in the league, both foreign and domestic, made their mark in what was an entertaining game.
Odion Ighalo, top scorer last season, got the first with a classic striker’s finish. There was a better goal early in the second half from this campaign’s current top scorer in Talisca, who picked up the ball outside the area and then fired home a low shot while on the run.