Al Ahli mounted a comeback to defeat Al Hazem 3-1 in their Saudi Pro League fixture on September 11, 2026. The home side fell behind to an early goal by Ahmed Al Nakhli in the second minute but turned the match around with three first-half goals. Trincao leveled the score in the 21st minute, Ivan Toney converted a penalty 11 minutes later and added a second goal in the 45th minute, according to match events published by LiveSoccerTV.
The result came at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, where Al Ahli controlled large portions of the game after the initial setback. BBC Sport statistics from the encounter show the winners registered 23 shots compared to 18 by Al Hazem, with eight on target to the visitors’ three. Possession was nearly equal at just over 50 percent for the hosts while Al Ahli also led in other key metrics including tackles and pass accuracy.
Ivan Toney’s brace proved decisive in the victory, taking his tally for the season higher and helping Al Ahli improve their position in the league table. The forward has been a focal point of Al Ahli’s attack since joining the club. A report from Sports Mole on similar past matches highlighted how such comeback performances have become characteristic for the team this campaign.
Al Hazem’s early lead could not be sustained as the visitors struggled to create clear chances after the break. The team made multiple changes at halftime and during the second period in an attempt to claw back into the contest. League standings after the match place Al Hazem in the mid-to-lower part of the table with limited points from their opening games, a reflection of their mixed start to the season.
Historically, Al Ahli has enjoyed the upper hand in this fixture. Data compiled by Worldfootball.net indicates Al Ahli has won 14 of the last 15 meetings between the two clubs across various competitions. This latest success further cements that record and provides momentum heading into subsequent rounds.
Al Ahli’s win underscores their resilience in the 2026-27 Saudi Pro League season as they look to challenge for a top-four finish. The club has integrated several new players effectively, contributing to an attacking approach that has yielded multiple goals in recent outings. Al Hazem, by contrast, will seek to address defensive vulnerabilities exposed in the defeat as they aim to climb the standings.
