Saudi Giants Dominate Group B with Fifth Straight Win 🏆
Al Hilal delivered a football masterclass on Tuesday, defeating Iran's Persepolis 4-1 in Riyadh's electric Kingdom Arena. The Saudi Pro League leaders now sit comfortably atop their AFC Champions League Elite group with 16 points. 🌍
Goal Rush Before Halftime ⏱️
Brazilian forward Malcom opened the floodgates in the 10th minute with a dazzling solo effort, dribbling past three defenders before chipping the keeper 🎯. João Cancelo doubled the lead at 25' with a clinical right-foot strike, while captain Salem Al-Dawsari bagged two goals before halftime – including a thunderous volley from Cancelo's cross 🤯.
Consolation Prize for Visitors 🎁
Persepolis avoided total humiliation when Giorgi Gvelesiani converted a 90th-minute penalty after VAR review. But the night belonged to Al Hilal, whose 'Red Wave' attack left over 50,000 fans chanting for more 📈.
What's Next? 🔜
The Saudi powerhouse could clinch group winner status in their next match. Meanwhile, analysts are calling this Al-Dawsari's best-ever Champions League performance 💪.
