Match Report
Al Shoalah had lost three in a row, having scored in 8 consecutive games. Al Ittihad had banked 12 of the last 15 points on offer; Al Shoalah, 6.
King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah staged the fixture, a ground that holds 64,200. Half-time and full-time told different stories: Al Ittihad led 3-1 at the break, before 1 more goal closed it at 3-2.