N'Golo Kante’s Goal Helps Al-Ittihad Down Al-Riyadh in Saudi Pro League

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Al-Ittihad edged out Al-Riyadh 1-0 in the Saudi Pro League on Saturday, with N’Golo Kante scoring the game’s only goal.

Kante, who joined Al-Ittihad from Chelsea in the summer, scored in the 65th minute to give his team all three points.

The win moved Al-Ittihad up to second place in the standings, two points behind leaders Al-Hilal.

Al-Riyadh remain in 12th place, just two points above the relegation zone.

N’Golo Kante scored the only goal of the game in the 65th minute.
Al-Ittihad had the majority of possession and chances, but Al-Riyadh defended well.
Al-Riyadh had a few good chances to equalize, but they were unable to find the back of the net.

Al-Ittihad will host Al-Tai in their next match on February 3rd.

Al-Riyadh will travel to Al-Ettifaq in their next match on February 4th.