Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — William Troost-Ekong played a key role in Al Kholood’s 2-1 victory against Al Raed in a thrilling Saudi League encounter on Saturday.
Al Kholood, coming off a disappointing defeat, faced an Al Raed side eager to rebound from three consecutive losses. The match marked Troost-Ekong’s 17th league appearance this season, further solidifying his position as a crucial figure for the team.
The visitors struck first in the 29th minute when Sayoud found the back of the net, giving Al Raed an early lead. Al Kholood responded in the second half with Sawaan equalizing in the 61st minute, setting the stage for a dramatic finish.
With just three minutes left on the clock, Dieng delivered the decisive goal, sealing the victory for the home side and sending their fans into celebration.
The hard-fought win propelled Al Kholood to 10th place in the league standings with 19 points, providing a much-needed boost to their campaign.
By Enoch Odesola| January 26, 2025
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