Al Riyadh 1-1 Al Hilal Highlights, Saudi Pro League: Bayesh Strike Denies Blue Wave Win

Hello, football fans! This is the start of our live blog covering Al-Hilal’s match against Al Riyadh in Riyadh. Stay tuned for pre-match updates and line-ups as they are released.

• Fixture: Al Riyadh Vs Al Hilal, Matchday 28

• Venue: Prince Turki bin Abdul Aziz Stadium

• Date: Sunday, January 25, 2025

• Time: 11:00 PM IST

• Live Streaming: Fancode

And we’re underway in Riyadh! The ball is rolling as Al Riyadh get the match started, with Al Hilal immediately looking to control possession. Early touches are cautious but purposeful, both sides trying to settle into shape and set the tempo for what promises to be an intense Saudi Pro League contest.

Al Hilal lead! Marcos Leonardo strikes to put the Blue Wave in front. The move opens up the defense, and he makes no mistake with a composed finish, sending the away bench into celebration. Big moment in the game as Al Hilal turn their pressure into a deserved breakthrough.

Yellow card for Pablo Mari. The Al Hilal defender goes into the book after a firm challenge to stop a developing move, and the referee has no hesitation. It’s an early warning for him, and he’ll have to be careful for the rest of the match.

Midway through this first half, Al Hilal continue to dominate possession and territory, comfortably controlling the ball in midfield while Al Riyadh sit deeper and defend in numbers. Al Hilal’s sleek passing and movement are keeping Riyadh pinned back, and the visitors are probing for a second goal to put the game out of reach.

The whistle goes and it’s Al Hilal leading at the break after a competitive first 45 minutes. The champions have largely controlled possession and territory, using crisp passing to pin Al Riyadh back and create the better opportunities in the opening half.

The second half is underway, and Al Hilal, top of the Saudi Pro League and in commanding form this season, immediately look to regain control after a 1-0 half-time lead. Known for strong possession play and consistent dominance over Al Riyadh historically, the Blue Wave are pressing with purpose to extend their advantage.

Al Riyadh equalize! Ibrahim Bayesh finds the breakthrough and brings the hosts right back into it. The move catches Al Hilal off guard, and Bayesh finishes confidently to spark wild celebrations in the stands. Game on now — momentum shifts as Al Riyadh grow in belief and the pressure swings the other way.

Double change for Al Hilal. Kaio comes on as the visitors look to add fresh energy, and Salem Al-Dawsari is also introduced to sharpen the attack. It’s an attacking signal from the bench, with Al Hilal clearly aiming to raise the tempo and find a decisive breakthrough in the final stretch.

Al Riyadh and Al Hilal are locked in a tense battle, both sides pushing forward but struggling to break the deadlock. Chances come and go, but neither team has managed to find the equalizer yet, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

Drama erupts in the dying moments! Marzouq Tambakti of Al Riyadh sees red at 91', leaving his team a man down just as both sides were hunting for the equalizer. This late sending-off could completely change the closing stages, Al Hilal smell a chance, and Al Riyadh are left to dig deep and hold on.