Following the fiery encounter between Al-Shabab and Al-Hilal, which ended with a resounding 5-3 victory for Al-Hilal, Moroccan star Abderrazak Hamdallah, Al-Shabab's striker, made important statements highlighting his team's performance and the future of the Lions in the Saudi Professional League.

In his post-match television interview, Hamdallah emphasized that the final score doesn't necessarily reflect the full technical aspects of the game. He explained that Al-Shabab delivered a heroic and highly competitive performance against a formidable opponent boasting a wealth of international stars. He added that scoring three goals against the league leaders and defending champions is a positive indicator of the team's growing attacking prowess.

Significant development under Ben Zekri's leadership

The Saudi league's all-time top scorer also spoke about the excellent work being done by the coaching staff, led by Algerian coach Noureddine Zekri. Hamdallah noted that the team is showing clear upward momentum, particularly in attack, where they are now able to create chances and score against even the strongest defenses, as was evident in the thrilling Riyadh derby.

The context of the competition and the strength of the Roshan League

This match, part of the 24th round, comes at a time when the Saudi Professional League is experiencing an unprecedented surge in quality on a global scale, with Saudi clubs now boasting some of the world's best players. Matches between Al-Hilal and Al-Shabab are always considered classics of Saudi football, characterized by fierce competition and historical excitement, regardless of the teams' positions in the league standings.

Al-Shabab has suffered from inconsistent results this season, placing them in a position unbecoming of their illustrious history as one of the four pillars of Saudi football. Hamdallah emphasized this point, asserting that the "Sheikh of Clubs" deserves a better standing. He added that the players are aware of the responsibility placed upon them and that there is a collective determination within the locker room to overcome this setback and return to winning ways in the remaining matches.

A message of reassurance to the youth fans

Hamdallah concluded his remarks with a message of optimism to the youth fans, stressing that the team has the character and capabilities to come back stronger, and that the loss against a team the size of Al-Hilal, despite its bitterness, revealed bright points that can be built on to correct the course and finish the season in a position befitting the club’s reputation.

The third edition of Al-Qadisiyah's Ramadan Season witnessed a remarkable appearance by Saudi football legend Saeed Al-Owairan, who was a special guest at the club in Al-Khobar. The event was held amidst a festive atmosphere that blended Ramadan spirituality with exciting sporting competition. This visit comes at a time when Al-Qadisiyah is experiencing a qualitative leap forward on all fronts, reflecting the significant sporting development taking place in the Kingdom.

Al-Qadisiyah: The return of the giant and its impact on Saudi football

In his commentary on the sporting scene, Al-Owairan not only praised the organization but also addressed the club's technical and historical significance, noting that Al-Qadisiyah is not just a club, but a historical pillar that has supplied the Saudi national team with stars over the decades. He emphasized that Al-Qadisiyah's return to fierce competition with top clubs like Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, Al-Ittihad, and Al-Ahli is a major gain for Saudi football, as the rising technical level of clubs in the Eastern Province (Al-Qadisiyah, Al-Ettifaq, and Al-Nahda) directly contributes to strengthening the Saudi national team in international competitions.

Al-Owairan addressed a message of affection to the people of the Eastern Province, saying, "We are living through wonderful times, and Al-Qadisiyah has ignited the league with its strong competition. This is what we hope for the Eastern Province – to always be at the forefront of the sporting scene." He also praised the safe and family-friendly environment the season provides, which gives families peace of mind and encourages large fan attendance.

Padel competitions: Women's empowerment and a large audience

As part of the accompanying events, the women's padel tournament kicked off, reflecting the rapid growth of this sport in the Kingdom and its significant popularity among women. The tournament, which runs until the 12th of Ramadan, features 98 players, both professionals and amateurs, highlighting the club's commitment to providing competitive platforms for all segments of society, in line with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals of enhancing quality of life and promoting sports participation.

Logistics services and valuable prizes

To ensure a seamless visitor experience, the organizing committee provided shuttle buses transporting fans every 15 minutes from the Prince Saud bin Jalawi Park parking area to the club headquarters, a move that reflects the professionalism of the organization and facilitates smooth traffic flow. The club also continues to offer valuable daily prizes, including smart devices (iPhones, iPads, PlayStations), through interactive competitions under the slogan "Your Ramadan with Us.".

Excitement in the halls... and remarkable Arab results

In the Zhou Futsal Championship, the excitement and competitiveness continued, with the Egyptian "Media" team achieving a valuable 3-1 victory over the Omani "Al-Shaab" team. Meanwhile, the Libyan "Al-Suwaihli" team defeated the Al-Tamimi group 2-0, with their player Mohamed Khamis receiving the Man of the Match award. Fans eagerly anticipate the fiery encounters between league leaders Al-Qadisiyah and "Oden Roastery," and the match between "Al-Thaqbah" and the Jordanian "Hamada.".

Al-Qadisiyah star Sultan Khalifa “Haqrous” concluded the scene by confirming that the Ramadan season has gone beyond being a sporting event to become a social and cultural phenomenon that dazzles everyone year after year, and enhances the club’s position as a beacon of light in the Eastern Province.

Saudi goalkeeping legend and former Al-Hilal player, Mohammed Al-Deayea , directed explicit technical criticism at Moroccan international goalkeeper Yassine Bounou , the guardian of the "Leader's" goal, following the worrying defensive performance displayed by the team during the "Riyadh Derby" match against Al-Shabab Club, within the competitions of the twenty-fourth round of the Roshan Professional League.

Details of Al-Da'ayee's criticism of Yassine Bounou

In a detailed technical analysis on the "Our League is Different" program, the former world's most capped player pointed to a fundamental weakness that has recently emerged in the Moroccan goalkeeper's performance. Al-Da'ayee stated, "Yassine Bounou is clearly suffering from a crisis: a lack of effective communication with his fellow defenders. This silence and lack of direction is the primary reason behind the defensive disarray we've witnessed, leading to him conceding many easy goals recently, both in domestic and continental competitions.".

The importance of communication between the goalkeeper and the defense

Mohammed Al-Deayea's words carry significant weight in sporting circles, given his illustrious history of achievements and his extensive experience protecting the goal for Al-Hilal and the Saudi national team. Experts believe that in modern football, a goalkeeper's role extends beyond simply saving shots; he also acts as a "backside leader," possessing a comprehensive view of the field and directing defenders to close down gaps before the opponent can penetrate. Al-Deayea believes this is a quality Bono lacked in recent matches, resulting in poor defensive positioning.

The result of the match and its impact on the league

The match, played at Al-Shabab Stadium, was a high-scoring affair, with Yassine Bounou conceding three goals in a thrilling 5-3 victory for Al-Hilal. Despite the win and the three points, the number of goals conceded drew criticism from pundits and Al-Hilal fans, who are accustomed to a more solid defense.

With this resounding victory, Al-Hilal's points tally rose to 58, signaling the team's strong return to winning ways and regaining its footing in the Roshan League title race after a period of inconsistency that saw them temporarily lose their top spot. Al-Hilal's coaching staff hopes to address these defensive weaknesses to ensure they remain competitive for all available titles this season.