Al-Ittihad player could face suspension after rival attack

After Al-Ittihad's defeat to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup final, striker Abderrazak Hamdallah was attacked by an Al-Hilal fan. The incident occurred as Hamdallah was leaving the field after scoring his team's only goal. The attack took place after an argument between the player and the fan, which resulted in Hamdallah being hit with two lashes. Al-Ittihad did not comment on what happened, but the player could face a two-game suspension and a fine of around R$30,000 due to the provocation that triggered the conflict.

Suspension for Hamdallah

According to reports, Hamdallah did not press charges against the attacker, however, he could still be punished by the sports authorities. The reason for the possible punishment would be the player's considered provocative behavior, who threw water towards the fan during the argument. Although initially detained by the police, the attacker was later released. Al-Ittihad and Al-Hilal have not yet commented on what happened.

An Al Hilal fan started attacking Al-Ittihad forward Abderrazak Hamdallah by whipping him with his belt…

What the fuck
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— george (@StokeyyG2) April 11, 2024

_{Moment in which Al-Hilal fan whips player Hamdallah (Reproduction/Twitter/@StokeyyG2)}

Hamdallah's profile

Abderrazak Hamdallah is a 33-year-old football striker from Morocco. Recognized for his technical ability and eye for goal, Hamdallah is an experienced player who has played for several clubs, both in his home country and in other leagues around the world.

Before his arrival at Al-Ittihad this season, Hamdallah played for Al Nassr, another Saudi club, where he made his mark with important goals. His career also includes participation in the 2022 World Cup, where he represented the Moroccan national team and reached the semifinals of the tournament. However, the incident in which he was attacked by an Al-Hilal fan highlights a challenging time in his career, where he faces the possibility of suspension and fines. The provocative reaction during the discussion with the fan could have consequences for the player, who now awaits the development of events.

Featured Photo: Hamdallah player on the field wearing the Al-Ittihad club shirt (Reproduction/Getty Images Embed)