Ighalo Grabs Brace To Assist Al-Hilal Win Saudi League

Odion Ighalo netted twice as Al-Hilal defeated Al -Faisaly 2-1 to win their 18th Saudi Skilled Soccer League title on Monday night time.

Ighalo opened scoring for the hosts on the King Fahd Worldwide Stadium, Riyadh on seven minutes.

The previous Manchester United striker turned and fired residence from shut vary after a sensible pull-back from Brazil’s Michael.

The second strike which got here 4 minutes after the hour, was related. Michael beat two defenders on the best and squared the ball to Ighalo swept residence.

Substitute Clayton provided the guests a lifeline when he nodded residence 20 minutes from time.

Ighalo completed the season as high scorer with 23 targets.

Al-Hilal end two factors on the high of the desk above rivals Al-Ittihad who have been held to a 0-0 at residence by Al-Batin.

Ramon Diaz’s facet have now gained the title for the third consecutive season.

By Adeboye Amosu