Al-Qadsiah vs Al-Hilal Highlights: 2–2 Draw in Saudi Pro League 2026
Al-Qadsiah held league leaders Al-Hilal to a dramatic 2–2 draw in Round 19 of the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 at the Prince Saud bin Jalawi Stadium, Khobar on 29 January 2026. A late equaliser from Salem Al-Dawsari rescued a point for Al-Hilal after a strong second-half display from the hosts.
Match Summary
| Match | Al-Qadsiah vs Al-Hilal |
|---|---|
| Competition | Saudi Pro League – Round 19 |
| Date | 29 January 2026 |
| Venue | Prince Saud bin Jalawi Stadium, Khobar |
| Final Score | Al-Qadsiah 2 – 2 Al-Hilal |
| Referee | Shukri Alhunfush (Saudi Arabia) |
| Player of the Match | Julián Quiñones (Al-Qadsiah) |
Goals Scored
| Minute | Player | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 8′ | Rúben Neves | Al-Hilal |
| 10′ | Nahitan Nández | Al-Qadsiah |
| 76′ | Julián Quiñones | Al-Qadsiah |
| 90′ | Salem Al-Dawsari | Al-Hilal |
Match Timeline
- 8’ – Goal! Rúben Neves gives Al-Hilal an early lead.
- 10’ – Nahitan Nández equalises immediately for Al-Qadsiah.
- HT – Score level at 1–1.
- 76’ – Julián Quiñones scores to put Al-Qadsiah ahead.
- 90’ – Salem Al-Dawsari scores a dramatic late equaliser.
- FT – Match ends Al-Qadsiah 2–2 Al-Hilal.
Starting Lineups
Al-Qadsiah (3-1-4-2)
| # | Player |
|---|---|
| 1 | Koen Casteels (GK) |
| 4 | Jassem Thakri |
| 6 | Nacho Fernández (c) |
| 17 | German Álvarez |
| 5 | Julian Weigl |
| 8 | Nahitan Nández |
| 10 | Musab Al-Juwayr |
| 22 | Christopher Baah |
| 33 | Julián Quiñones |
| 32 | Mateo Retegui |
Al-Hilal (4-3-3)
| # | Player |
|---|---|
| 37 | Bono (GK) |
| 30 | Pau Torres |
| 87 | Hassan Tambakti |
| 22 | Sergej Milinković-Savić |
| 8 | Rúben Neves |
| 28 | Mohamed Kanno |
| 10 | Malcom |
| 7 | Darwin Núñez |
| 29 | Salem Al-Dawsari (c) |
Match Analysis
The match started at a furious pace with two goals inside the opening ten minutes. Al-Qadsiah showed great resilience after conceding early, pressing aggressively and matching Al-Hilal in midfield intensity.
In the second half, Al-Qadsiah looked on course for a famous victory after Julián Quiñones finished clinically in the 76th minute. However, Al-Hilal’s experience proved decisive as Salem Al-Dawsari struck late to secure a point.
League Standings Impact
The draw keeps Al-Hilal at the top of the Saudi Pro League table, while Al-Qadsiah continue their impressive campaign, maintaining a strong position in the top four.
FAQs – Al-Qadsiah vs Al-Hilal
What was the result of Al-Qadsiah vs Al-Hilal?
The match ended in a 2–2 draw.
Who scored for Al-Qadsiah?
Nahitan Nández and Julián Quiñones scored for Al-Qadsiah.
Who scored the late equaliser for Al-Hilal?
Salem Al-Dawsari scored in the 90th minute.
Who was Player of the Match?
Julián Quiñones was named Player of the Match.