The Saudi league leader played a friendly match against the American club, which is in preseason.
In a thrilling encounter that took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Al Hilal, led by coach Jorge Jesus and featuring Rúben Neves in the starting lineup, emerged victorious in a 4-3 victory over Inter Miami during a preseason friendly. This match garnered attention not only for its exciting gameplay but also for the notable presence of star players on both sides.
As the Saudi league leader, Al Hilal demonstrated their prowess early in the game, securing a 3-1 lead by halftime. The goals came in quick succession, with Mitrovic finding the back of the net in the 10th minute, followed by Al Hamdan in the 13th minute, and Michael in the 44th minute. However, Inter Miami managed to respond with a goal from Luis Suárez in the 34th minute, marking his unofficial debut as a goal scorer since his move to the United States.
The second half of the match continued to provide excitement for fans and spectators. The legendary Lionel Messi, donning the Al Hilal jersey, converted a penalty in the 54th minute, showcasing his trademark precision. Just a minute later, Messi turned provider as he assisted David Ruiz in leveling the score for the American team.
Notably, Inter Miami featured two former Barcelona stars, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, in their starting lineup, adding to the anticipation surrounding this friendly match. However, it was Al Hilal who had the last word in this thrilling contest, with Malcom delivering a decisive blow by scoring the winning goal in the 88th minute.
The match served as a valuable opportunity for both teams to assess their preparations and fine-tune their strategies ahead of the upcoming season. Inter Miami will continue their preseason preparations with a match on Thursday at 18:00, once again in Riyadh. This time, they will face Al Nassr, a team led by coach Luís Castro and featuring notable talents Cristiano Ronaldo and Otávio. The clash promises to be another exciting chapter in the buildup to the season for these two teams, further fueling the anticipation for the football season ahead.
