Abha secured a narrow 1-0 away victory over Al-Batin in a Saudi Division 1 match played on December 31, 2025. The solitary goal, scored in the second half, was enough for the visitors to take all three points in a closely fought contest that kicked off at 20:15. Both teams had chances in a match defined by defensive organization, but Abha found the crucial breakthrough to break the deadlock. The win provides a significant boost to Abha's campaign, potentially moving them up the Division 1 table as they push for promotion to the top flight, while for Al-Batin it was a frustrating result in their battle to move away from the lower reaches of the standings. The Abha manager praised his team's discipline, while the Al-Batin coach expressed disappointment at his side's inability to convert their opportunities.