RIYADH — In the AFC Champions League match on Monday in the Saudi capital of Riyadh, Ali Al-Bulaihi's late goal gave Al-Hilal a 1-1 draw with Navbahor of Uzbekistan.
A stunning strike from the visitor's Toma Tabatadze, who found the tightest of angles to defeat Al-Hilal's goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owais seven minutes after halftime, stunned Al-Hilal fans.
When Al-Bulaihi soared above the opposing defense and headed in Michel's perfectly placed cross, he saved the day for Al-Hilal.
The team led by Coach Jorge Jesus avoided a poor start thanks to a goal scored in the eleventh minute of injury time.
Neymar, a great player from Brazil, made his first full appearance for the team in this match.
Neymar's entrance into the game thrilled the audience, and they eagerly anticipate seeing more of his impact in Al-Hilal's upcoming games.
Despite the difficulty of the game, Al-Hilal, a team renowned for its fervent fans and rich football history, was able to salvage a draw.
As they move forward in the AFC Champions League, both teams have a lot to think about after the draw.
