Ronaldo header leads Al-Nassr to 2–0 win over Al-Ahli
The match at Al-Awwal Park remained goalless in the first half, with both sides creating chances but failing to convert.
KATHMANDU: Cristiano Ronaldo inspired Al-Nassr FC to a commanding 2–0 victory against Al-Ahli Saudi FC in the Saudi Pro League.
The match at Al-Awwal Park remained goalless in the first half, with both sides creating chances but failing to convert.
The breakthrough came in the 76th minute when Ronaldo powered in a header from a precise cross by João Félix, giving Al-Nassr a deserved lead.
Late in the game, Kingsley Coman sealed the victory in the 90th minute, finishing calmly off a pass from Ayman Yahya.
With this win, Al-Nassr strengthened their position at the top of the table, reaching 79 points from 30 matches.
They now hold an eight-point lead over Al Hilal SFC and sit 13 points clear of Al-Ahli.
Al-Nassr’s success this season has been built on a solid defensive foundation, recording 17 clean sheets—the highest in the league so far.
