Lefty Fireworks: Shenqiti Sparks Ittihad in Saudi Pro League Showdown
13 January 2026
Shenqiti Lights Up the Roshen Saudi Pro League Clash
Mohannad Al-Shenqiti, the right-back for Al-Ittihad, drew eyes in the Roshen Saudi Pro League clash with Damac on Tuesday evening.
The Jeddah giants aimed for a sixth consecutive victory to climb the standings, having collected 26 points and sitting in sixth place.
In the first half, a remarkable moment saw Shenqiti open the score in the third minute after a flowing move, only to have the strike ruled out by VAR because a crossed ball had already crossed the line. Moussa Diaby's cross had crossed the line earlier, the officials decided.
Shenqiti bounced back just before the break, scoring in the 45th minute with a powerful left-foot strike that put Ittihad ahead.
He now has seven goal contributions in Roshen this season, with three goals and four assists.
Fans savored late drama and a touch of controversy as the home side pressed to seal the result.
Punchline 1: VAR is basically a gym membership for debates—keeps you running in circles but never actually scoring.
Punchline 2: If goals counted for laughter, Shenqiti would have a double page in the trophy cabinet.
