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In a thrilling Riyadh derby, Al-Hilal manager Jorge Jesus expressed his pride in his players after they salvaged a last-gasp draw against Al-Nassr to maintain their unbeaten domestic season. The match started with a bang as Al-Nassr midfielder Otavio scored a stunning goal just 25 seconds into the game. However, Al-Hilal fought back and secured a crucial point with a late penalty from Aleksandar Mitrovic, awarded after a VAR check.

Both Jesus and Al-Nassr coach Luis Castro acknowledged the competitive nature of the match, with each team dominating one half of the game. Despite not extending their winning streak in the Roshn Saudi League, Jesus commended his players for their resilience and determination to remain unbeaten.

The contentious penalty decision in injury time, which led to Al-Hilal’s equalizer, sparked debate between the two managers. While Jesus believed the call was justified, Castro disputed the decision, feeling his team was denied a deserved victory.

Looking ahead, Castro dismissed the idea that this result would impact the upcoming King’s Cup final between the two sides, emphasizing that it was just one match. Al-Hilal currently holds a comfortable lead over Al-Nassr in the league standings, with the previous encounter between the two ending in a 3-0 victory for Al-Hilal.

Al-Hilal’s unbeaten run this season, coupled with their historic 34-match winning streak earlier in the campaign, highlights their dominance in Saudi football. With three games remaining, including the King’s Cup final, Jesus and his players are determined to finish the season on a high note and secure more silverware.