Saudi Pro League: Théo Bongonda and Al Faisaly secure their second win of the season

Author: Michel TOBOPublished on: October 27, 2026Country: Saudi Arabia

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Saudi Pro League: Théo Bongonda and Al Faisaly secure their second win of the season

Al Faisaly defeated Ahba 1-0 away in a postponed match from the eighth round of the Saudi league. Congolese international forward Théo Bongonda played in the hard-fought victory against a determined opponent. It was Al Faisaly’s second win of the season, leaving the club 14th with 10 points. They are scheduled to face Al Fayha on Saturday, October 31.

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