Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong delivered a game-changing performance for Al Kholood, providing a stoppage-time assist that secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Al Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League.
This crucial win marked Al Kholood’s third triumph in 14 games, lifting them out of a difficult run and reigniting their fight for survival, footballrover reports.
Troost-Ekong inspires Al Kholood’s late victory
The match at Abdullah Al Dabil Stadium was a tough affair, but Al Kholood managed to take the lead in the 26th minute through Jackson Muleka’s composed penalty, before Al Ettifaq quickly responded with a 30th-minute equaliser from Georginio Wijnaldum.
Myziane Maolida restored Al Kholood’s advantage in the 54th minute, only for Moussa Dembélé to dramatically level the score in the 96th minute.
However, the decisive moment arrived deep into stoppage time when William Troost-Ekong, showing exceptional leadership, set up Maolida for his second goal in the 100th minute.
This last-minute assist sealed Al Kholood’s hard-fought third win of the season.
What this win means for Al Kholood
William Troost-Ekong’s impact was undeniable. Beyond his crucial assist, he contributed 17 passes and two vital tackles, completing a commanding performance in defence.
This match marked his first assist of the season, complementing his single goal in 14 appearances.
The victory moves Al Kholood to 13th place with 13 points, providing a much-needed boost in their campaign. They now hold a record of three wins, four draws, and seven defeats.
The Nigerian defender and his Al Kholood teammates will now shift focus to their upcoming home fixture against Al Ahli SC next Wednesday, aiming to build on this momentum.
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