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The Digest:

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong endured a difficult match, scoring an own goal that contributed to his club Al Kholood's 3-2 home defeat.

Key Points:
  • Troost-Ekong scored an own goal in the 32nd minute.
  • The error gave NEOM SC a 2-1 lead just before halftime.
  • Al Kholood had taken an early lead in the 5th minute.
  • NEOM's Saïd Benrahma scored a brace, including an equalizer and a second-half goal.
  • Despite the own goal, Troost-Ekong won all his tackles and made six clearances.
  • This was Al Kholood's fourth defeat in seven league matches this season.
  • The club now sits ninth in the Saudi First Division League table.
Even the most steadfast leaders face moments where fortune turns, testing resilience not in triumph, but in the graceful navigation of misfortune.

Sources: Complete Sports