Saudi League: Al Hilal defeats Al Shabab 2-0 to retain top spot

Riyadh, Sept 4 (KUNA) -- Al-Hilal defeated host Al-Shabab 2-0 on Friday in a match played at the SHG Arena in the capital city of Riyadh, as part of the fifth round of the Saudi Pro League for the 2026-2027 football season. Al-Hilal scored their first goal through Serbian player Sergej Milinkovic-Savic in the 53rd minute, before Portuguese midfielder Ruben Neves doubled their lead by converting a penalty kick in the 87th minute. With this victory, Al-Hilal moved to the top of the league table with 15 points, while Al-Shabab remained on three points in 13th place. (End) A.S. / R.J.