On a night that was both emotionally charged and a resounding surprise, veteran international star Mohammed Al-Breik his first goals in the jersey of his current team, "Neom," in the fiery encounter that brought him together with his former team, "Al-Hilal," on Sunday evening, as part of the sixteenth round of the Saudi Professional League.
A header breaks the silence and gives the lead
The 33-year-old right-back made his mark against his former club, scoring the opening goal for Neom with a well-placed header in the 42nd minute. The goal, which found the back of Al-Hilal's net, gave the home side a 1-0 lead at halftime. This goal wasn't just another number on the scoreboard; it was a significant moment for Al-Breik, who had waited a long time to find the net for his new team.
This goal is particularly significant as it is Al-Breik's first since joining Neom FC during the summer transfer window of the 2024/2025 season. In his previous 31 appearances for Neom, he had been completely unlucky in front of goal, managing only five assists for his teammates. This first goal, however, came at the most difficult time and against the strongest opponent.
A long history with the leader and a new phase
It's impossible to discuss Al-Breik's goal without recalling his long and illustrious history with Al-Hilal. The player, who was promoted to the first team in the 2014/2015 season, enjoyed a remarkable career within the walls of "The Boss," only leaving for one season on loan to Al-Raed. During his time with Al-Hilal, Al-Breik participated in 286 matches, scoring 12 goals and providing 57 assists, contributing to numerous domestic and continental championships that cemented his place as one of the club's most prominent figures.
NEOM: The ambitious project and a challenge for the giants
Al-Breik's brilliance with NEOM reflects the success of the ambitious sporting project of this rapidly rising club, which has successfully attracted prominent names from top clubs to strengthen its ranks and compete in the Roshan League. A player of Al-Breik's caliber and experience scoring against Al-Hilal sends a clear message about the seriousness with which NEOM is approaching the league competition and its ability to challenge the giants thanks to a blend of local expertise and rising stars who have joined forces to serve this promising project.
This match is further evidence of the great development witnessed by the Saudi League, where stars and experience are distributed among different clubs, which raises the level of competitiveness and makes the confrontations of "players against their former clubs" dramatic events that fans eagerly await.
Goal!
Mohammed Al-Breik gives Neom the lead and scores against his former team Al-Hilal. #Neom_AlHilal | #Saudi_League_Roshan pic.twitter.com/LCf7NNIxsS — Thmanyah Sports (@thmanyahsports) January 18, 2026
