TABŪK, Saudi Arabia (Interstat) — Al Hilal defeated NEOM SC 2-1 on Sunday in a Saudi Pro League match at King Khalid Sport City Stadium. The visitors scored twice just before halftime to secure the victory. Defender Mohammed Al Burayk opened the scoring with a header in the 42nd minute. Teammate Hassan Al Tambakti doubled the lead seven minutes later with a left-footed strike. NEOM SC found a second-half goal but could not complete the comeback. The result, which matched a pregame statistical projection, gave Al Hilal a winning start to its Pro League campaign. NEOM SC begins its season with a loss. Three yellow cards were issued during the match. The game was played on Jan. 18, 2026.