Retegui Redeems Himself as Al-Qadisiyah Edge Abha 2-1

Al-Qadisiyah 2-1 Abha – Pro League Matchday 9

The King Abdullah Sports City Stadium erupted as Al-Qadisiyah held their nerve to defeat Abha 2-1 in a rollercoaster Pro League clash, with Mateo Retegui redeeming an early penalty miss with the opener.

Al-Qadisiyah’s Early Agony & Ecstasy

Just five minutes in, the home crowd groaned as Retegui’s stuttering run-up led to a tame penalty saved by Abha keeper Ahmed Al Bouq. But the Argentine striker shook off the nightmare start, pouncing on Tijjani Reijnders’ threaded pass to slot home on 30 minutes – sending Rodgers’ men into raptures.

Abha’s Brief Resistance Crumbles

Despite Nabil Fekir’s yellow card on 54 minutes sparking Abha into life, Al-Qadisiyah doubled their lead through Mohammed Abu Al-Shamat’s clinical finish after Retegui turned provider. At 2-0 with 66% possession, the hosts seemed cruising – until chaos struck.

Late Drama as Gory Gives Abha Hope

Deep into stoppage time, Alimani Gory tapped in Safwan Al Johani’s cross to set up a grandstand finish at 2-1. But Brendan Rodgers’ side held firm through seven tense added minutes, their 598 completed passes ultimately proving the difference.

What This Pro League Result Means

For Al-Qadisiyah, this gritty win cements their top-half ambitions with Rodgers’ tactical setup clicking – Reijnders and Weigl dominating midfield. Abha stay nervously looking over their shoulders after mustering just 1 shot on target all game. Both sides now prepare for crucial midweek fixtures knowing every point could prove pivotal.

Key Moments

30′ ⚽ Al-Qadisiyah FC — Mateo Retegui (assist: Tijjani Reijnders)

69′ ⚽ Al-Qadisiyah FC — Mohammed Abu Al-Shamat (assist: Mateo Retegui)

90+5′ ⚽ Abha — Alimani Gory (assist: Safwan Al Johani)