Shock Ref Call: Did Al Nassr Get a Gift Against Neom? Inside the Saudi Pro League Controversy

Controversial Claim by a Former Referee

Former Egyptian official Gamal Al-Ghandour dropped a bombshell about the late winner Al Nassr scored against Neom in Saturday’s Round 25 clash of the Roshen Saudi Pro League.

The French forward Mohamed Siamakan headed the winner superbly after a cross from Joao Felix on the left.

On the show Al-Muntasaf, Ghandour argued the foul that produced the goal was not correct, saying Neom defender did not intentionally trip Ayman Yahya.

He added that the play was ordinary, yet the referee awarded a foul from which the winning goal came.

The remarks sparked wide debate on social media with fans split over the call and its impact on the result.

With the win, Al Nassr reclaimed the Roshen lead on 64 points, two clear of Al Ahli.

Punchline 1: If that foul were a sniper joke, it would miss on purpose—classic aim, legendary confusion.

Punchline 2: In football, the whistle travels faster than the truth—stay tuned for the next dramatic chapter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the main claim by the former referee?

Gamal Al-Ghandour said the foul leading to the winning goal was not correct and that Neom’s defender did not intentionally trip Ayman Yahya.

Who scored the winning goal and how?

Mohamed Siamakan scored with a headed finish from a cross delivered by Joao Felix from the left.

What was the impact on the league standings after the victory?

Al Nassr moved back to the top with 64 points, two points ahead of Al Ahli.

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