Al-Ittihad's four-goal blitz sends a resounding message to Roshen rivals
9 January 2026
Return of the Dean unsettles Roshen League clubs.
What the win means for the title race
Sports journalist Walid Faraj argues that Al-Ittihad's 4-0 victory over Al-Khlood on Friday, in Round 14 of the Roshen League, has lit up the race for the league's top spots, and he warns that upcoming fixtures won't be easy.
The victory marks a fifth straight league win for Al-Ittihad, lifting them to 26 points and fifth place, narrowing the gap to leaders Al-Hilal to nine points as the first half approaches its finish.
On his show 'Action with Walid', Faraj said the win 'will clearly ignite the title race,' noting the league remains long and that Al-Ittihad has proven its ability to bounce back.
He added that Al-Ittihad controlled the match and sealed it in four minutes, and he believes the club will be among the contenders for the title in the near future as the points gap narrows.
Faraj also predicted a fiery contest among the championship contenders as each side vies to stay ahead.
It's worth noting that Al-Ittihad is the defending Roshen champion and also holds the King Salman Cup, underscoring its ambition to defend both titles.
Additional context
Stated as the main piece: The article notes Al-Ittihad's status as defending champion and its ongoing chase for two titles, highlighting the season's competitive landscape.
Punchlines are here: The closing humor lines.
Punchline 1: If goals paid rent, Al-Ittihad would own the city—and still have change for a victory lap.
Punchline 2: In this title race, even the corner flag seems to have opinions—it's waving in support of anyone who scores.
