Al Khaleej Saihat vs Al-Ittihad FC Match Recap - Nov 1, 2025

In a match that could easily be mistaken for a script of a high-stakes drama, Al Khaleej Saihat and Al-Ittihad FC played to a gripping 4-4 draw at Prince Mohamed bin Fahd Stadium on November 1, 2025. Both teams entered the game on equal footing in the standings, each holding 10 points, and they left with the same tally-though the rollercoaster of emotions and moments made this far more than just a number on a sheet.

The evening began with a flourish as Joshua King, who has been in superb form for Al Khaleej Saihat, put his team ahead just 14 minutes into the match. His early goal set the tone for what would become an electrifying contest. Just four minutes later, Kostas Fortounis doubled the home side's advantage, and fans were left wondering if this would turn into a runaway victory. With Al Khaleej Saihat having scored four goals in their previous match, it seemed the team was ready to unleash another attacking performance.

As the match progressed, it soon became apparent that Al-Ittihad FC was not going to accept defeat without a fight. Following a red card shown to Fabinho in the 32nd minute, a moment that would loom large in the unfolding drama, Moussa Diaby struck back for the away side. Just six minutes into the second half, he found the net, pulling Al-Ittihad to within one goal.

But the scoring was far from over. Just moments after the revitalized Al-Ittihad leveled the ball game at 3-3 with Diaby's second goal in the 86th minute, the stage was set for a frenetic finish. As tensions peaked, Mario Mitaj netted a dramatic equalizer deep into stoppage time at 90+6 minutes, drawing the score to 4-4. Fans were left reeling as Faisal Al-Ghamdi added another goal just two minutes later, but the scoreline remained unchanged as the final whistle blew.

For Al Khaleej Saihat, the festivities of taking a two-goal lead turned into a bittersweet result. Despite having shown flashes of brilliance, they succumbed to late-game pressures, reflecting their recent form where they have struggled to press their advantage. After this match, they sit at 7th place, having not been able to convert their efforts into full control of their season.

Al-Ittihad FC enters a similar narrative, filled with inconsistencies. The visitors had experienced a mix of success and frustration in their previous outings, as they sought to find stability in a competitive league. While this dramatic draw may seem like a moral victory, the reality is that they now share the 8th spot in the standings, an undesirable position for a team with ambitions of competing for the top spots.

Both teams will have to regroup quickly, as they face upcoming matches that could either help them build momentum or plunge them further into mediocrity. Al Khaleej Saihat will take on Al-Hazm on November 6, while Al-Ittihad FC will prepare to face Al-Ahli Jeddah on November 8. The stakes are high for both teams, and if the thrilling nature of today's match serves as any indication, the next fixtures may likewise deliver shocking twists and turns.

In the post-match scene, both sides displayed battle-worn expressions, reflecting the high intensity of a match that delivered everything football fans crave. If this encounter was any indication, expect more fireworks as the season unfolds-because in this league, no point or goal can ever be taken for granted.