This past Friday, André Carrillo added a new title with his club's jersey, Al Hilal. The Asian team prevailed in penalties against Al Wahda and took home the trophy of the King Cup 2023. In this way, the Peruvian forward once again showed that he is in a good level of competition and registered his ninth title since arriving at the 'Blue Sole'.
After a 1-1 draw in regulation time, the match had to be decided from the penalty shootout. Although la 'Culebra' missed his shot, Ramón Díaz's squad was able to come out on top after nine executions, prevailing 7-6 over the 'Hawks' at the King Abdullah Sports City.
As expected, André Carrillo celebrated this title with great excitement. After the goal by goalkeeper Abdullah Al-Mayouf, who tricked his fellow position player to shoot, the product of Alianza Lima ran through the center of the field to celebrate this new coronation.
However, the celebration was not only in the Asian setting, but also on social media. The Peruvian international made an emotional post where he appears with the King Cup trophy. "We're back, champions," reads the message in our national representative's post.
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André Carrillo's Achievements in Saudi Arabia
Al Hilal and André Carrillo reached this match with Al Wehda after losing the Asian Champions League final to Urawa Red Diamonds, precisely with an own goal by the Peruvian. That is why they were obliged to win to calm the spirits of their fans who were disappointed by the international setback.
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Despite the thrilling ending, the 31-year-old footballer added another title to his record and continues to extend his history in Saudi football. With this King's Cup, Carrillo added his ninth title with the Riyadh club: 3 Saudi Arabian Leagues, 2 Saudi Arabian Super Cups, 2 Champions League of Asia Cups, and 2 Champions League of Asia.
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