The sheikhs were furious: VIP supporters of Al-Nasr clashed with fans of Al-Hilal.
Saudi football once again demonstrated that the battle for national titles has long gone beyond the boundaries of the pitch. Right after the final whistle, a fierce conflict broke out between the VIP supporters of Al-Nasr and the fans of Al-Hilal. This incident was a direct result of the dramatic outcome of the match, which could have given the team from Riyadh an early championship.
The fate of the gold medals hinged on a very tight margin of victory until the last seconds of the match. In the 98th minute, Al-Nasr’s goalkeeper made a catastrophic mistake, allowing his team to draw the match. This loss immediately turned the joy of a possible victory into disappointment. This triggered a verbal confrontation between the sheikhs and a physical fight with the opponents. Such outbreaks of aggression in the stands for the privileged people highlight how high the stakes are in local competitions. Every missed shot here not only leads to the loss of tournament points, but it also damages the reputation of the club and the feelings of its fans.