During an enthralling debut in the Saudi Pro League, Neymar, Brazil’s all-time leading goal scorer, stepped onto the field for Al-Hilal, significantly altering the course of the game in a mere 26 minutes on September 15.
The football sensation, who recently completed a remarkable €90 million transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to the former Asian champions, took center stage in the 64th minute. He orchestrated a breathtaking assist for Malcom, who sealed Al-Hilal’s fourth goal in the 83rd minute.
The high-energy match began with Aleksandar Mitrovic’s penalty in the 30th minute, putting Al-Hilal in the lead. This was followed by goals from Yassir Al-Shahrani and Nasser Al-Dawsari, firmly establishing their supremacy in the league.
Neymar, who had already made headlines by surpassing Pele’s record as Brazil’s top scorer, had been sidelined due to an ankle injury since his move to Saudi Arabia.
Fans anxiously awaited his return and were treated to an impressive performance, despite some jeers. In the 87th minute, Al-Hilal’s captain, Salem Al-Dawsari, took a penalty with Neymar watching closely. The Saudi Arabian winger converted it and added a spectacular sixth goal during injury time.
This debut showcased Neymar’s exceptional skills and left fans eagerly anticipating more outstanding performances in the Saudi Pro League.
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