Damac Cruise to Dominant 3-0 Win Over Al Fayha in Saudi Pro League

Damac produced a polished performance on May 16, 2026, sweeping aside Al Fayha 3-0 at the Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz Stadium. The comprehensive victory underlined Damac's growing reputation as one of the Saudi Pro League's most dangerous sides on home turf, while Al Fayha were left to reflect on a disjointed display.

First-Half Dominance

The home side wasted no time asserting their authority. Inside 12 minutes, Damac took the lead when striker Nicolae Stanciu connected with a low cross from the right, finishing first-time past Al Fayha goalkeeper Vladimir Stojković. The goal settled any early nerves, and Damac doubled their advantage before the half-hour mark. A slick passing move carved open the Al Fayha defense, and midfielder Tarek Hamed slotted home from 12 yards. The visitors offered little in response, managing just one shot on target in the opening 45 minutes.

Second-Half Control

Damac continued to dominate after the interval. Al Fayha attempted to push forward, but this left gaps at the back. In the 67th minute, Damac punished them again. A rapid counter-attack saw Stanciu turn provider, feeding substitute Firas Al-Buraikan, who calmly rounded the goalkeeper and finished into an empty net. The goal sealed the victory and allowed Damac to cruise through the final quarter-hour, preserving their clean sheet with relative ease.

Standings and Implications

The win moved Damac up to fifth place in the Saudi Professional League table, just three points behind the top four. For Al Fayha, the defeat was a setback in their battle to secure a mid-table finish, leaving them in 11th position. Damac's head coach praised his team's intensity and tactical discipline, noting that the performance was "one of our best this season."

Key Moments

• 12' - Goal: Nicolae Stanciu opens the scoring with a clinical first-time finish.
• 28' - Goal: Tarek Hamed doubles the lead with a composed strike after intelligent build-up play.
• 67' - Goal: Firas Al-Buraikan seals the rout after a devastating counter-attack.

Damac will look to carry this momentum into their next fixture, while Al Fayha must address defensive frailties that have now conceded eight goals in their last three away matches. The Saudi Pro League continues to deliver drama, and Damac's impressive home form makes them a team to watch in the run-in.