Simone Inzaghi accepts blame as Al Hilal's 47-game unbeaten run ended by Neom
Al Hilal's 100 per cent winning start to the Saudi Pro League season was brought to a shuddering halt on Monday. Simone Inzaghi's side had won all five of their opening games to begin the new campaign but came unstuck against a determined and well-organised Neom side at Kingdom Arena. It was the Italian's first league defeat since taking charge in the summer of 2025 and ended Hilal's historic…
Simone Inzaghi accepted blame for Al Hilal's 47-game unbeaten run coming to an end, as Neom secured victory in their first league match of the Saudi Pro League season. The Italian had never lost a league game since taking charge in the summer of 2025. Al Hilal began the season with five consecutive wins, but they were unable to convert chances in the first half against Neom at the Kingdom Arena.
Former Chelsea defender Kalidou Koulibaly scored an own goal, followed by Amadou Kone's second goal just before halftime. Despite the loss, Al Hilal remained atop the league standings. Inzaghi admitted full responsibility for the defeat, stating that such setbacks bring the players back to their senses. He emphasized that the management had done a great job, but he remains the one responsible for the painful defeat.
Al Hilal's 12-point lead, tied with Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr and Al Qadsiah, remained intact after this setback.
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