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Ighalo wins Saudi King’s Cup with Al-Hilal
Odion Ighalo, a former striker for the Super Eagles, emerged victorious with Al-Hilal after they defeated Al Wehda to win the Saudi King’s Cup.
Following a 1-1 stalemate in regulation time, Al-Hilal prevailed 7-6 on penalties to clinch the trophy.
Ighalo entered the game just before the second half began, however he missed his own penalty kick in the shootout.
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Al-Hilal last took home the Saudi King’s Cup victory in 2020.
In the competition’s history, they have won 10 titles, ranking second to Al-Ahli’s 13 victories.
In his four appearances in the Cup tournament this year, Ighalo scored twice.
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