Al Ahli delivered a commanding first-half performance to beat Al Kholood 3-0 at Al-Inma Stadium in King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, on 16 May 2026, sealing third place in the Saudi Pro League.
All three goals arrived before the break. Ivan Toney, Saleh Abu Al Shamat, and Enzo Millot each found the net to put the result beyond doubt early on, allowing the home side to control the tempo through the second half.
The victory lifted Al Ahli to 78 points from 33 matches, keeping them clear of Al Qadsiah, who sit fourth on 74 points from the same number of games. The four-point cushion confirmed Al Ahli's place on the podium.
For fans in Jeddah, the result caps a strong season and rewards supporters who filled the stands at one of the city's premier venues. A top-three finish carries added significance for the club's ambitions and continental prospects.
The comfortable margin and the timing of the goals underlined Al Ahli's attacking depth heading into the closing stages of the campaign, giving supporters plenty to celebrate.
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