AL-MAJMA’AH, Saudi Arabia (Interstat) — Al Fayha Saudi Club and NEOM SC opened their Saudi Pro League seasons with a 1-1 draw Wednesday at Al Majma’ah Sport City.

The result matched the projection from Interstat’s game simulator. NEOM SC opened the scoring in the 13th minute with a goal from substitute Alexandre Lacazette. Al Fayha equalized before halftime when midfielder Yassine Benzia scored in the 48th minute, assisted by forward Jason.

Jason later received a yellow card in the 67th minute. Abdoulaye Doucouré, who assisted on Lacazette’s goal for NEOM, was also booked in the 75th minute. Both clubs begin the campaign with identical 0-0-1 records in league play.