Al-Kholood stuns Al-Ahli with late goals in Roshn League upset
Al-Kholood defeated Al-Ahli 3-1 with two late goals, climbing to third in the Saudi Roshn League after their second win of the 2026-2027 season.
Key Takeaways
AIAl-Kholood claimed a 3-1 victory over Al-Ahli, scoring twice in the closing minutes of their Saturday night clash in the fourth round of the 2026-2027 Saudi Roshn League season. The win marks Al-Kholood’s second of the campaign and lifts them to third place.
Al-Kholood opened the scoring in the 32nd minute through Iker Kortajarena, finishing the first half 1-0 ahead. English striker Ivan Toney brought Al-Ahli level in the 67th minute.
Al-Ahli appeared set to secure a point, but Al-Kholood capitalized on defensive gaps late on. Julian Dominguez netted their second goal in the 85th minute, before Mohammed Sowaan added a third in stoppage time.
The victory gives Al-Kholood a strong boost in the standings, raising their tally to eight points and moving them up to third place, while maintaining an unbeaten record after four rounds.
Meanwhile, Al-Ahli suffered their first Roshn League defeat of the season, remaining on six points and dropping to seventh place, having played only three matches so far.