Al-Hilal Triumphs Over Inter Miami CF in Riyadh Season Cup Opener
Late Header Seals 4-3 Victory for Saudi Arabian Club
Malcolm's Heroics Hand Al-Hilal Dramatic Win
In a captivating friendly encounter, Al-Hilal edged out Inter Miami CF 4-3 in the opening match of the Riyadh Season Cup on Monday, January 29, 2024. Despite a stellar performance from Inter Miami's star duo Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez, it was Al-Hilal who emerged triumphant.
The match kicked off at 1800 UTC (1:00 PM EST) at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Aleksandar Mitrovic drew first blood for Al-Hilal, scoring in the 10th minute. Abdullah Al-Hamddan added to their lead three minutes later. Inter Miami fought back with goals from Michael Delgado and Malcom, but Al-Hilal regained the advantage through a penalty converted by Luis Suarez in the 34th minute.
With the score locked at 3-3 heading into the final stages, it was Malcom who proved to be the match-winner. The Brazilian forward's towering header in the 88th minute sealed the victory for Al-Hilal, sending their fans into raptures.
Al-Hilal's triumph marks a significant moment in the history of the Riyadh Season Cup, which aims to showcase world-class football talent in the heart of Saudi Arabia. The victory is a testament to the growing strength of Saudi Arabian football and its ability to compete with top teams from around the globe.
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