The first football team of Al Wahda Club succeeded in restoring the winning rhythm and correcting the course under the leadership of its appointed president, Captain Hatem Khimi, after achieving a valuable and well-deserved victory over its counterpart Al Arabi Club, within the competitions of the fourteenth round of the Yelo League for First Division Professional Clubs, in the match that was held at Al Arabi Stadium.
This victory reinforces the administrative and technical stability that the Makkah club has enjoyed since Hatem Khimi took over at the beginning of November. Khimi's appointment to the presidency of the prestigious club followed the Ministry of Sports' decision to dissolve the previous board, a move aimed at restructuring the club and salvaging the team's season.
Since taking over from Jaime, one of the club's all-time greats, the team's performance has shown remarkable improvement in fighting spirit and tactical discipline. Recent statistics indicate that under his leadership, the team has played seven matches, winning five and losing only one, reflecting the rapid and positive impact of the new management in such a short time.
In terms of the league standings, this victory improved Al Wahda's position, as the team now occupies tenth place with 18 points. This points tally is the result of a challenging season, achieved through five wins, three draws, and six losses.
This victory holds special significance beyond just the three points; it represents a tremendous morale boost for the fans of Al-Wahda, the "Knights of Mecca," who aspire to see their team quickly return to its rightful place among the elite in the Saudi Professional League (Roshan League). Al-Wahda is one of the oldest and most prestigious clubs in Saudi Arabia, and its rich history always places added pressure on successive administrations to compete strongly and avoid prolonged relegation from the First Division.
Sports observers believe that continuing the winning streak in the upcoming rounds will be crucial to narrowing the gap with the leading clubs, especially given the fierce competition in the Yelo League this season and the close points standings, making every match a must-win final for the people of Mecca.
