Al Hilal Continues Undefeated Streak in Saudi Championship
Visiting team Al Hilal secures another victory in the Saudi Arabian championship as Serbian forward Aleksandar Mitrović is celebrated for his individual achievements.
Sam Morgan
- 2023-12-29
- Updated 01:07 PM ET
(NewsNibs) - During a recent match in the Saudi Arabian championship, fans of the visiting team Al Hilal showered Serbian player Aleksandar Mitrović with accolades for winning the "Zlatna lopta" (Golden Ball) award. Mitrović, who is enjoying a prolific season, was honored on the field with a banner and the Serbian national flag. The forward's contributions were pivotal in Al Hilal's away game triumph, where they defeated the host team with a final score of 2:0, continuing their undefeated streak in the championship.
Late Goals Seal the Match
Al Hilal's dogged determination paid off late in the game, with the opening goal arriving in the 86th minute of play, building suspense before Mitrović sealed the deal. Cementing his role as a key player for Al Hilal, Mitrović scored the final goal of the match deep in stoppage time, during the 101st minute, bolstering his team's victory. This latest goal adds to his impressive tally of seventeen for the season, placing him just two goals shy of championship top scorer Cristiano Ronaldo.
Steady Climb to the Top
Thanks to unwavering form after 19 rounds of play, Al Hilal has solidified its top position in the league. With an impressive record of 17 wins and only two draws, Al Hilal remains untarnished by defeat. Notably, their relentless performance has established a ten-point lead over the league's second-placed team, a comfortable margin that underscores their dominance in the tournament so far.
The win reaffirms Al Hilal's stature as the team to beat in the Saudi Arabian championship, while the accolades for Mitrović highlight the powerful impact of individual talent within a well-synergized team. As the season advances, all eyes will be on Al Hilal as they aim to maintain their lead and on Mitrović as he chases the top scoring title, with the possibility of overcoming Ronaldo's current lead.
