Saudi Pro League Champions Al-Hilal Claim Domestic Double with Saudi Cup Triumph
Riyadh Season Cup Victory
Saudi Pro League champions Al-Hilal have claimed a historic domestic double after defeating Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr 5-4 on penalties in the Saudi Cup final on Friday. The victory sees Al-Hilal become the first team to win both the league and cup titles in the same season since Al-Nassr achieved the feat in 2019.
Tense Penalty Shootout
The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with both teams having chances to win it in regulation. Al-Hilal ultimately triumphed in the penalty shootout, with Salem Al-Dawsari scoring the decisive spot-kick. Ronaldo had earlier given Al-Nassr the lead in the first half, but Al-Hilal equalized through Luciano Vietto in the second half.
Al-Hilal's Dominance
Al-Hilal's victory is a testament to their dominance in Saudi football. They have now won the league title three times in the last four seasons and have been crowned champions of the King's Cup five times in the past decade. The addition of the Saudi Cup to their trophy cabinet further cements their status as one of the most successful clubs in the region.
Ronaldo's Disappointment
For Ronaldo, it was a disappointing end to his first season in Saudi Arabia. The Portuguese superstar had been hoping to lead Al-Nassr to their first major trophy since 2020, but he was ultimately unable to deliver. Despite his disappointment, Ronaldo will be confident of bouncing back and helping Al-Nassr challenge for major honors in the future.
Conclusion: Al-Hilal's victory in the Saudi Cup is a fitting end to a remarkable season for the Riyadh giants. The domestic double is a testament to their quality and consistency, and it will further cement their status as one of the leading clubs in Saudi Arabia. While Al-Nassr will be disappointed to have lost the final, they can take solace in the fact that they have a world-class player in Ronaldo to build around in the future.
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