Al-Hilal Breaks Records with Unbeaten Streak in Men's Soccer
Al-Hilal, the renowned Saudi Arabian football club, achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a record-breaking number of consecutive wins in men's soccer. Their latest triumph came in a thrilling 2-0 victory against Al-Ittihad during the AFC Champions League, solidifying their dominance in the sport.
Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal made history on Tuesday by setting a new world record for the most consecutive victories in men's soccer. They secured their 28th win in a row by defeating Al-Ittihad 2-0 in the AFC Champions League, surpassing the previous record held by Welsh team The New Saints during the 2016/17 season.
Before Al Hilal, Dutch giant Ajax had held the record for 44 years with a 26-game winning streak between 1971 and 1972.
Manager Jorge Jesus expressed his delight at achieving world football history with Al Hilal's 28 consecutive wins. He called it an incredible achievement and thanked everyone at the club for their contribution to this remarkable winning streak.
Al-Hilal had a 2-0 lead going into the second leg of Tuesday's quarterfinal. In the first half, Romarinho almost scored but hit the post.
The home team controlled much of the early part of the game in Jeddah. It wasn't until the 61st minute that left-back Yasser Al-Shahrani scored, giving the Blue Waves the lead.
Al-Shahrani got Al-Hilal's first goal.
Al-Shahrani got Al-Hilal's first goal.
Unfortunately, Al-Ittihad's hopes of making a comeback were dashed when Abderrazak Hamdallah received a red card for grabbing Ali Al-Bulaihi by the throat. This incident occurred just before Malcom scored Al-Hilal's second goal in stoppage time.
"Jesus emphasized that trophies are more important than records at Al-Hilal. He urged everyone to work together to secure the Roshn Saudi League championship and succeed in the cup competitions. This, he said, is when true celebrations can take place."
"Al-Hilal, aiming for their fifth Asian title, is set to face Al Ain in the Champions League semifinals. Al Ain defeated Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr, paving the way for Al-Hilal's upcoming challenge."
Al-Hilal hasn't lost a game since August 12 and has been on a winning streak since September 25.
The team is dominating the Saudi Pro League this season, sitting comfortably on top of the table with a 12-point lead over Al-Nassr. What's even more remarkable is that they have achieved this success without their star player Neymar, who had knee surgery in November.
According to Guinness World Records, Olympique Lyonnais Féminin has the most consecutive wins in soccer – men’s or women’s – with 41 across all competitions between 2012 and 2013.
Editor's P/S:
Al-Hilal's historic achievement is a testament to the club's unwavering commitment to excellence. Manager Jorge Jesus' tactical prowess and the team's relentless determination have propelled them to unprecedented heights. Despite the absence of their star player, Al-Hilal has maintained an astonishing winning streak, showcasing the depth and resilience of their squad.
The club's focus on trophies over records highlights their true ambition. While the consecutive victories record is a remarkable feat, Al-Hilal's ultimate goal is to secure the league championship and succeed in cup competitions. Their impressive form this season suggests that they have the potential to achieve both, cementing their status as one of the most dominant teams in Asian football. and bring glory to Saudi Arabian football.
