Al-Nassr and Al-Shabab played a dramatic 2-2 draw in Riyad, with both teams that form an eventful collision that saw goals, a red card and VAR drama.
The visitors first struck in the 44th minute when Abderrazzaq Hamdallah converted a penalty and Al-Shabab. The penalty was awarded after Daniel Podence was brought down in the box by Nawaf Al-Boushail.
Al-Nassr, however, reacted almost immediately. Just before half-time, Ayman Yahya found the back of the net with a well-placed shot with left after a set piece, so that the score is 1-1 leveling.
The momentum of the home team took place in extra time when Cristiano Ronaldo produced a moment of magic, which struck a difficult angle to put Al-Nassr 2-1 forward.
The goal was initially confronted with VAR control, but was eventually awarded, giving Al-Nassr the benefit that went during the break.
The second half started with Al-Shabab who wanted to find an equalizer. Al-Nassr was in the 52nd minute when Mohammed already got Fatil a straight red card for a reckless challenge, leaving the hosts with ten men behind.
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The numerical disadvantage eventually took his toll, and in the 67th minute Mohammed Al Shwirekh returned to a well-supplied cross by Cristian Guanca, on his way home to bring the score to 2-2.
The last phases of the game were filled with end-to-end action, because both teams were looking for a late winner.
Al-Shabab penetrated and forced crucial rescues from Al-Nassr’s goalkeeper, while Marcelo Brozovic and Jhon Duran had opportunities to restore the lead for the home team.
The tensions ran high in the last minutes, with several yellow cards issued, including one for Al-Shabab’s Wesley Hoedt and Jhon Duran van Al-Nassr.
After eight minutes of stopping time, the referee brought an exciting meeting in Saudi Arabia.
Although Al-Nassr may feel frustrated after vomiting a lead, a draw reflected a reasonable result.
