Ighalo Nets As Al Hilal Beat Al Ittihad in Saudi Pro League Game

• Al-Hilal defeated Al-Ittihad on January 5 in their Saudi Professional League match
• Odion Ighalo scored in the tie to take his tally to eight goals in 12 games for Al-Hilal
• Since returning to the league from Manchester United, Ighalo has been in good form

Odion Ighalo continued with his brilliant form in the Saudi Arabian League on Thursday night, January 5, as he scored the winner for Al-Hilal in their 1-0 win at Al-Ittihad.

Following draws in their last two fixtures, Ighalo and his teammates knew that a win was what they needed, and they did themselves lots of good by grabbing the three points.

The hosts started the game impressively with their fans expecting them to score early, but they were unable to get the breakthrough.

When did Ighalo score?

It was in the 12th minute that the former Manchester United striker scored for his side. His effort ended up being the only goal of the game and earned his side three points, according to Complete Sports.

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Ighalo has also now scored in five consecutive league games, thereby sending a warning to newcomer Cristiano Ronaldo.

The Portuguese star recently made a mega-millions move to Al-Nassr and fans all over the world are waiting for the veteran to make his debut.

Ronaldo's move has also made him the most expensive player in the history of football, and this record is unlikely to be broken any time soon.

Meanwhile, Al-Hilal are currently occupying third position on the Saudi Arabian League table with 25 points.

Ighalo’s mother prays for son

Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how Nigerian international Ighalo and his mother seen inseperable, as both have been seen together on several occasions.

The Super Eagles striker will do anything to flaunt his mom, and she was seen praying for him as he departed for his base in Saudi Arabia.

In the latest footage shared on his Instagram Story, the Al-Hilal striker hugged his mother, who looked emotional as he prepared to depart and offered up prayers for his well-being.