Benzema’s mischief stops Conceicao’s clever play: Al-Ittihad stuns Al-Shabab 2-0
A thrilling Saudi Pro League clash delivered a standout moment as Karim Benzema foiled a new set-piece plan by Sergio Conceicao. Al-Ittihad took a 2-0 victory over Al-Shabab, boosting their standings. In the 68th minute, a designed free-kick involving Bergwijn, Fernandes, and Al-Ghamdi looked to confuse the defense, but Benzema’s run disrupted the play. Conceicao praised the executed setup despite the miss, hinting at potential dividends later. The crowd’s reactions mirrored the suspense of a high-stakes chess match on the pitch.