In a thrilling showdown on Thursday, Al Ittihad snatched the Saudi Pro League title with a 3-1 comeback win against Al Raed. The match started on a tough note as Omar González gave Al Raed an early lead, but the resilient Jeddah-based club quickly answered back. Steven Bergwijn leveled the score just 12 minutes into the game before Danilo Pereira's header put Al Ittihad in front right before halftime. Two minutes into the second half, Abdulrahman Al Oboud sealed the deal, propelling the side to 77 points from 32 games and a nine-point lead over second-placed Al Hilal. ⚽🏆
Under the guidance of coach Laurent Blanc, this victory marks their 10th league title and sets the stage for a potential King's Cup triumph as they gear up to face Al Qadsiah on May 30. This exciting turn of events has sparked celebrations and inspired young sports enthusiasts across South and Southeast Asia who love dynamic, comeback stories. Stay tuned for more updates and keep the spirit high! 🎉
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