Al Zulfi bounced back from a previous defeat to secure a 2-1 away victory at Al-Raed SFC in a Saudi Arabia Division 1 match on January 13, 2026. This result demonstrated Al Zulfi's resilience, as they traveled to a difficult venue and came away with all three points in a tightly contested affair. The match saw Al Zulfi take the lead, withstand pressure from the hosts, and then find a crucial second goal, with Al-Raed's late consolation not enough to change the outcome. Winning away from home is a precious commodity in this league, and this result significantly boosted Al Zulfi's points tally. For Al-Raed SFC, losing at home was a missed opportunity to gain ground in the table.