In this Saudi Professional League match, Al Khaleej Saihat's tactical approach and execution during set pieces played a crucial role in their 2-1 victory over Al Raed. Al Khaleej leveraged their corner kick advantage, garnering 10 corners compared to Al Raed's 4, creating multiple scoring opportunities that kept Al Raed's defense consistently under pressure. This aggressive play, although resulting in four yellow cards, demonstrated their determination and tenacity on the field, particularly in the second half when both of their goals were scored.

Al Raed started the match strong, capitalizing on an early opportunity with a goal at 26 minutes, but struggled to maintain their offensive momentum against Al Khaleej's persistent defensive and counter-attacking strategies. With only two offsides called and limited corner opportunities, Al Raed appeared somewhat constrained in their attack, unable to convert their early advantage into a more secure lead. Despite fewer disciplinary actions with just one yellow card, the team's lack of aggressive forward play could be seen as a missed opportunity to persistently challenge Al Khaleej's backline.

The turning point emerged in the second half as Al Khaleej capitalized on their superior fitness and squad depth through effective substitutions. This translated their dominance into goals at 70 and 96 minutes. Their ability to capitalize on fouls and maintain the tempo of the match despite multiple bookings underscores their disciplined approach to the game. This strategic persistence not only leveled the score but eventually tilted the match in their favor, showcasing their superior teamwork and execution under pressure.

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