{
  "id": 15692520,
  "title": "Al Hilal back on top thanks to Gabriel Martinelli's late winner against Al Hazem",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/al-hilal-back-on-top-thanks-to-gabriel-martinellis-late-winner",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-20T03:40:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/10/20/al-hilal-back-on-top-thanks-to-gabriel-martinellis-late-winner-against-al-hazem/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Al Hilal reclaimed the top spot in the Saudi Pro League following Gabriel Martinelli's late goal against Al Hazem. Despite creating numerous chances, Al Hilal failed to convert them, resulting in a missed opportunity-filled match. The victory solidified Al Hilal's position at the top with 24 points, leading Al Qadsiah by two points.\n\nTheir upcoming clash against Al Qadsiah promises to be a thrilling contest, with both teams boasting strong lineups and capable coaches. Al Ahli secured a 3-2 away win against Al Fayha, thanks to Artem Bondarenko's brace and a penalty from Firas Al Buraikan. Hugo Moura had put Fayha ahead earlier in the match, while Matheus Goncalves and Jason tied up the game before Bondarenko and Al Buraikan extended Ahli's lead.\n\nAl Ahli now sits in third place with 18 points following 10 rounds of matches. Elsewhere, Al Khaleej triumphed 3-2 at Al Fateh, while Al Shabab played to a 2-2 draw with Al Faisaly.",
  "summary": "Gabriel Martinelli's late winner against Al Hazem took Al Hilal back to the top of the Saudi Pro League, while Al Ahli held on for a 3-2 victory away to Al Fayha. Hilal dominated Hazem, creating 19 chances but was left frustrated by a glut of missed opportunities and the inspired presence of Jindrich Stanek in the Hazem goal. Simone Inzaghi's side looked to be heading for their first stalemate of…",
  "key_points": [
    "Al Hilal takes top position in Saudi Pro League.",
    "Gabriel Martinelli scores late winner vs Al Hazem.",
    "Al Hilal leads Al Qadsiah by two points."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The late victory maintains Al Hilal's narrow lead at the summit and sets the stage for a critical title showdown against their closest rivals, Al Qadsiah.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "Al Hilal back on top thanks to Gabriel Martinelli's late winner against Al Hazem",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/al-hilal-back-on-top-thanks-to-gabriel-martinellis-late-winner-15697268",
        "published": "2026-10-20T03:40:34.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}