Abha continued their impressive run with a 2-1 home victory over Al Diraiyah in a top-of-the-table Saudi Arabia Division 1 clash on January 5, 2026. The win solidified Abha's position among the league leaders by defeating a direct rival in a tightly contested match. Abha took the lead in the first half through a well-executed counter-attack. Al Diraiyah, known for their attacking flair, equalized early in the second half to set up a tense finale. The decisive moment came with about fifteen minutes remaining, as Abha scored from a set-piece to reclaim the lead. They then defended resolutely to secure the match result, a victory that provided a major psychological and points boost in the promotion race.