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Al-Nassr and al-Shabab played a dramatic 2-2 draw in Riyadh, and both teams made the event of conflicts that saw goals, red card and var drama.
Visitors first hit in the 44th minute when Abderzaq Hamdallah turned the penalty, putting al-Shabab forward. The penalty was assigned after Daniel Podence knocked down Nawaf al-Boushail in the box.
However, Al-Nassr responded almost immediately. Immediately before halftime, Ayman Yahya found the back of the net with a well-placed left leg after setting the set, lending the result to 1-1.
The momentum of the home side continued at an extra time when Cristiano Ronaldo produced a moment of magic, hitting from a heavy angle to put Al-Nassr 2-1 in front.
The goal initially faced the VAR supervision, but was eventually assigned, giving al-Nassra the advantage that went on a break.
The second half began with al-Shabab I wanted to find evenly. Al-Nassr found himself in trouble in the 52th minute, when Mohammed Al Fatille was shown a straight red card for reckless challenge, leaving the hosts with ten men.
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The numerical disadvantage eventually took his toll, and in the 67th minute Mohammed al Shwirekh used a well-delivered cross from Cristian Gunce, heading home to achieve 2-2.
The last stages of the match were filled with the ultimate actions, as both teams sought a late winner.
Al-Shabab pressed forward, forcing key savings from the goalkeeper Al-Nassra Bento, while Marcelo Brozovic and Jhon Duran had the opportunity to renew the lead for the home side.
The tensions did in the final minutes, more yellow tickets were issued, including one for Al-Shabab’s Wesley Hoedt and Al-Nassr’s Jhon Duran.
After eight minutes of stop, the judge brought an end to an electrifying meeting in Saudi Arabia.
Although al-Nassr may feel frustrated after surrendering the leadership, the draw reflecting the fair result.
