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Odion Ighalo bags assist to power Al Wehda past Damac

In Saudi Arabia, Odion Ighalo was the hero as Al Wehda defeated Damac.
In Saudi Arabia, Odion Ighalo was the hero as Al Wehda defeated Damac.
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In a tightly contested Saudi Pro League match, Al Wehda secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Damac FC at the King Abdulaziz Sport City Stadium on Thursday, April 10, 2025.

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The 35-year-old Ighalo, who has been a key figure for Al Wehda since joining the club.

Ighalo bags assist for Al Wehda

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The Nigerian forward, known for his predatory instincts in front of goal, showcased his playmaking ability by providing the assist for the match’s only goal, scored by teammate Juninho Bacuna.

The goal proved to be the difference in a match where both teams struggled to create clear-cut chances.

Ighalo started the game and featured for the whole 90 minutes.

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For Ighalo, the assist added to his impressive 2024-25 season tally, where he has already contributed 5 goals and 1 assist in 23 starts

Ighalo took to social media to celebrate his performance in the game.

He said, "Grace carried me here, and by grace I will carry on.

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"+3 points 🙏🏾🤍 #blessed #thankful #grateful."

Ighalo is expected to help Al Wehda avoid relegation from the Saudi Arabia Pro League.

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