Violence Erupts in Riyadh Derby Stands After Final Whistle

Sticks and bottles became weapons in the stands of the Riyadh derby on Tuesday evening, as clashes broke out between Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal supporters immediately after the final whistle at Al-Awwal Park. The match, a top-of-the-table fixture in the Saudi Roshn League, ended in a 1-1 draw after Al-Nassr appeared headed for a valuable single-goal victory before conceding a last-gasp own goal that delayed the league title decider.

Camera footage captured the ugly scenes, showing groups of fans from both sides exchanging blows with sticks and bottles—a spectacle unfamiliar to Saudi stadiums.