"Al-Ittihad snapped a five-game winless run by beating Al-Riyadh last time out, and they made it back-to-back wins thanks to Ahmed Al Ghamdi and Bergwijn. Abdullah Matuq failed to capitalise on a defensive lapse from the hosts in the second minute, and Al Ghamdi made Al-Shabab pay when he turned home Roger Fernandes' pass for his second league goal of the season."
"Their 17 attempts on goal - six of which came from Karim Benzema - were their most in the top flight this season and had a cumulative expected goals (xG) value of 2.37. Still, they managed to secure a third straight win over Al-Shabab, who are now winless in eight Saudi Pro League matches for the first time in their history."
Al-Ittihad beat Al-Shabab 2-0 in the Saudi Pro League, with Ahmed Al Ghamdi opening the scoring and Steven Bergwijn sealing the victory. Abdullah Matuq failed to capitalise on a defensive lapse in the second minute, and Al Ghamdi turned home Roger Fernandes' pass for his second league goal of the season. Muhannad Al Shanqiti rattled the base of the post as Al-Ittihad sought to extend their lead. Bergwijn guided Al Shanqiti's cross into the net in the 85th minute, and Abdulaziz Al Bishi had a late effort ruled out for offside. Al-Ittihad registered 17 attempts and a cumulative xG of 2.37.
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