Al Ittihad Club secured a hard-fought 2-1 away victory against Al Fateh SC in the Saudi Professional League on January 29, 2026. The win at the Prince Abdullah bin Jalawi Stadium keeps Al Ittihad firmly in the title race. The match was an end-to-end affair, with Al Fateh taking a surprise lead in the first half. Al Ittihad, boasting several star players, showed their quality and resilience by equalizing before the break. The second half was a tense tactical battle, with the visiting side finally breaking the deadlock with a late goal to claim all three points. This result demonstrates Al Ittihad's championship mentality, winning a difficult away fixture. For Al Fateh, it was a valiant effort against one of the league's giants, but they were ultimately undone by a moment of individual brilliance. The match had significant implications for the top of the Saudi Pro League table.