DAMMAM: If anything has taken over the Saudi Pro League’s fan sentiment this season, it’s one line: “the league is being lined up for [insert title challenger here]”. Under every post by broadcaster Thmanyah on X showing a VAR review in favour of one of the title challengers, the sentiment remains the same.
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It is why Al-Ahli’s 1-0 victory over Damac in the delayed Matchday 10 opener was quite controversial. The match, highlighted by three goals that had to be checked by VAR in the first half and a last-minute equaliser revoked due to VAR, was no easy task for the Greens.
After all, it isn’t like Damac are easy opposition. Mired in the relegation battle this season with only two wins in 23 games, any casual viewer would think this is an easy three points for the big clubs.
While Al-Nassr, Al-Ahli and Al-Hilal have all beaten Damac this season, the reality remains that the Knights of the South have only lost seven games out of 27 when facing the Big Four at home since their promotion to the SPL.
