Al-Hilal secured a 2-0 win over NEOM SC at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on May 16, 2026, in the Saudi Pro League’s penultimate round. Rúben Neves converted a 9th-minute penalty to put the home side ahead, and Sultan Mandash doubled the lead in the 57th minute after an assist from Malcom. The result helped Al-Hilal narrow the gap at the top, as they remained in second place with 81 points, two points behind leaders Al-Nassr with one matchday remaining. NEOM SC, coached by Christophe Galtier, finished the match in 8th on 44 points, with goalkeeper Marcin Bułka making several notable saves. The win preserves Al-Hilal’s title hopes and sets up a decisive final round in the race for the championship.