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The Pro League clash between Al Shabab and Al-Fateh was a thrilling encounter, ending in a 1-1 draw. Both teams put up a strong fight, showcasing some exciting moments of skill.
Al Shabab dominated possession (55%) and had more shots (18) but Al-Fateh's defense held strong, keeping Al Shabab's shots on target to a reasonable number (9) and managing to save 8 shots, showcasing a good performance. Al-Fateh's ball possession (45%) also proved successful in several phases of the game, generating good opportunities.
The first half saw some early goals. Al Shabab struck first with a goal from Arthur Caike in the 9th minute. However, Al-Fateh bounced back with a goal by Matías Aguirregaray in the 25th minute to level the scores at half-time. The second half was a very close affair with chances for both sides, but neither could break the deadlock. Several yellow cards were shown to both teams in the second half. Al-Fateh's substitution of Mansour Hamzi, and Al Shabab's substitution of Saleh Al Qumayzi were notable second-half moments.
Both teams came to the game well-prepared for a hard-fought contest. The result reflects the high level of football and determination displayed on the field. It was a game to remember, with plenty of action and close calls!