In an exceptional football night, Serbian player Marko Grujic led his Al-Ittihad team to a crucial victory in the eighth round of the Roshn Saudi League. He scored a decisive goal and assisted another, securing the win for his team.
The match, held at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, witnessed a standout performance from Grujic, who has become one of the top stars in the Saudi league since joining Al-Ittihad in the summer of 2023. The goal he scored was not ordinary; it came in the 78th minute, giving his team a 2-1 lead before his teammate added the third goal in the 90+3 minute.
Post-match statements
In the press conference after the match, Al-Ittihad coach Nuno Santo praised Grujic’s performance, saying: “Marko is an exceptional player who consistently delivers high levels and helps us a lot in midfield. Today, he played a great match and was decisive in the result.”
Grujic himself said in statements carried by SSC channel: “I’m very happy with the win and my contribution to it, but the most important thing is the three points. We work hard in every match to achieve our goals this season.”
Numbers speak about Grujic
– Grujic has scored 4 goals and provided 3 assists in 10 matches he has played with Al-Ittihad this season.
– His accurate passing rate is 87% in the league, making him one of the best midfielders in terms of accuracy.
– Al-Ittihad currently leads the Roshn League table with 22 points from 10 matches, 3 points ahead of Al-Nassr in second place.
History of Grujic’s brilliance
Since joining Al-Ittihad from Lokomotiv Moscow, Grujic has proven himself as one of the team’s most important players. Last season, he contributed to leading the “Dean” to finishing second in the league and runner-up in the King’s Cup.
The 28-year-old Serbian had previously played in the Italian league with Fiorentina and the Spanish league with Sevilla, before moving to Russia and then Saudi Arabia.
Conclusion
With Grujic’s continued brilliance, Al-Ittihad appears to be a strong contender for the Roshn League title this season. His ability to combine individual skill and teamwork makes him an indispensable player in coach Nuno Santo’s lineup. The coming days will reveal whether Gruj