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Al-Nassr Legend Questions Penalty Decision in Derby Clash

A viral video from Fahad Al-Huraifi suggests Al-Nassr were denied a penalty after a challenge on French winger Koman.

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The tension in the decisive Riyadh derby between Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr reached a fever pitch during Matchday 32 of the Saudi Pro League. Al-Nassr, known as Al-Alami, took the lead in the first half through a Mohammed Simakan goal, capitalizing on poor marking and defensive confusion from Al-Hilal during a corner kick.

Al-Nassr legend Fahad Al-Huraifi later posted a video online, hinting that his former club should have been awarded a penalty for a challenge on French winger Koman. "Your opinion, please..." Al-Huraifi wrote, expressing his surprise that no decision was made on the play, from his perspective.

A victory for Al-Nassr over Al-Hilal on this day would secure the Roshn Saudi League title for Al-Alami, ending a seven-year drought since their last triumph in 2019. Al-Nassr currently sit atop the league table with 82 points, holding a five-point lead over second-placed Al-Hilal.

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