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On Saudi Arabia's green pitch, that game was nothing short of a drama. Speaking of Riyadh Victory, this team is not a cover, and it is well-known in the Saudi league. But just when their star player Neymar was reimbursed for the season due to injury, and everyone thought that the team was going to be bleak, they made a big turnaround, which surprised everyone.
So far this season, Riyadh Victory has played 19 rounds of unbeaten record, not only sitting firmly in the top position of the standings, but also pulling the gap with second place to 10 points. In this case, the opponents can basically say that there is no hope of winning the championship.
But in this competition, they met the Buraidah team, the fourth-ranked hard stubble. Not long after the game began, a scene was staged: the referee looked at the VAR and awarded a penalty to Buraidah. In slow motion, the decision was a bit controversial, with the Riyadh Victory players surrounding the referee.
In the face of such a controversial decision, the Riyadh Victory team did not give up. Their stars – Cristiano Ronaldo, Brozovic, Aymeric Laporte and Otavio – have all shown what they can do. First, Brozovic received a pass from Talisca in the 26th minute and calmly pushed the ball back for his team. On 35 minutes, Riyadh won a corner kick and Brozovic's cross was headed past by Laporte to make it 2-1.
In the second half, Riyadh Victory attacked more aggressively. In the 50th minute, Brozovic crossed from the left, the opponent made a mistake in clearing, Otavio seized the opportunity and easily pushed the score, 3-1. By this time, the advantage of Riyadh's victory was already quite obvious.
In the second half of the game, Riyadh Victory prevailed, but they did not slow down their attack. Cristiano Ronaldo's game was particularly eye-catching. Although he didn't score most of the time, he was at the heart of the team's attack. On 72 minutes, Cristiano Ronaldo received a pass from Telles and formed a one-on-one shot, but unfortunately the shot hit the post.
The game came to a close, with Riyadh Victory continuing to take control. In the 92nd minute, their combination on the right created a scoring opportunity for Cristiano Ronaldo, who headed in to make the score 4-1. The goal not only sealed the win, but also brought Ronaldo's tally to 20 goals this season, continuing to be the top scorer.
After Ronaldo joined, Riyadh Victory's attacking power was fully displayed. He has been outstanding in the Saudi league, averaging more than 1 goal per game. Although he failed to break Hamed's record for goals of the year set in 2019, his performances remained a key force in the team's journey to the title.
Looking back on this match, Riyadh Victory showed their strong strength and tenacious fighting spirit. Despite facing injuries to star players and controversial penalties in the game, they were able to find a way to win in the face of adversity and stay at the top of the table. This victory is not just an ordinary game victory, but also a vivid demonstration of the team's spirit. The Riyadh Victory players proved with their performances that they still have the determination and hope to compete for the title, even in difficult circumstances.
When it comes to the details of the game, we have to talk about these highlights and turning points. The first was the controversial penalty award. This penalty not only stirred up the smell of gunpowder on the field, but also made the audience talk a lot. Some people say that the referee is fair, while others think it is a misjudgment. However, we can also see from this controversy that football matches are full of uncertainty, and every decision can change the course of the game.
Then there was a great performance from Brozovic. Not only did he equalise in the 26th minute, but he also assisted Otavio to score in the 50th minute, and his performances in those two crucial moments showed his key role. Brozovic's consistent performance was one of the important reasons why Riyadh Victory was able to dominate the game.
Let's talk about Cristiano Ronaldo. Although he failed to score for the majority of the game, his impact on the pitch should not be underestimated. That one-on-one shot in the 72nd minute, although it failed to convert into a goal, was enough to show his threat. A header in the last minute drew a perfect end to his performance in the game.
In this game, Riyadh Victory showed great strength at both offensive and defensive ends. They continue to pose a threat on the offensive end and are solid on the defensive end. Especially in the face of controversial penalties and falling behind the score, the team did not mess up, but showed stronger combat effectiveness and team spirit.
Summing up the game, Riyadh Victory not only showed their strength through the victory in the scoreline, but also showed the quality of a championship team by not giving up in the face of adversity. In the face of challenges and difficulties, they not only did not flinch, but became more united and strong. This spirit is undoubtedly an important reason why they have led the way in the standings.
Finally, I would like to leave you a question: What do you think was the turning point of this game? Was it the controversial penalty award, or Cristiano Ronaldo's last-minute header? Or do you have other opinions? Welcome to leave a message in the comment area to discuss and share your views and feelings about this wonderful game!