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AlUla claim third straight win to top First Division football league

AlUla moved to the top of the First Division football league after defeating Al-Raed 2-0 at Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Stadium in Madinah.

AlUla claim third straight win to top First Division football league

AlUla has secured the top spot in the Saudi First Division football league after a 2-0 victory over Al-Raed at the Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Stadium in Madinah. The match, which took place this evening, marked AlUla's third consecutive win under Portuguese coach José Peseiro. Dutch striker Sylla Sow opened the scoring for AlUla with a penalty in the 32nd minute, followed by Honduran forward Romell Quioto doubling the lead in the 38th minute.

Both teams fought for control in the second half, but AlUla managed to maintain their lead and secure the win. With this victory, AlUla's record stands at 9 points, while Al-Raed remains at 3 points from three matches. Al-Ula will face Damac next Tuesday, whereas Al-Raed will travel to host Al-Jeel on Wednesday evening as part of the fourth round of the 2026-2027 First Division season, featuring 18 teams competing for top positions and promotion spots.

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