In a thrilling encounter during the 32nd round of the Saudi Roshn League, Neom secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Al-Shabab. The star of the match was Said Benrahma, who netted both of Neom’s goals from the penalty spot in the 19th and 45th minutes.
The win lifted Neom to 41 points in the standings, while Al-Shabab remained stuck on 32 points. The first half saw Benrahma clinically convert two spot kicks awarded by the referee, giving the home side a comfortable lead at the break.
In the second half, Al-Shabab pushed hard for a comeback and managed to pull one back through Carrasco in the 78th minute. Despite their late surge, Neom held on to claim all three points, sealing a 2-1 triumph that boosts their position in the league table.