Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr Salvages Last-Minute Draw
Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr and Al-Ahli Jeddah ended their Saudi Pro League clash in a 1-1 draw. The home team, Al-Nassr, started the match with dominance, but it was Al-Ahli who took the lead in the 57th minute with a goal from Franck Kessié, who capitalized on a pass from Feras Al-Buraikan.
Despite trailing, Al-Nassr continued to press, and their efforts paid off in stoppage time when Bader Al-Hurayji scored an own goal in the 90+9th minute, allowing the locals to secure a point. Cristiano Ronaldo, along with teammates Sadio Mané and Anderson Talisca, created several chances, but the game ended in a draw, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
The draw was a setback for Al-Nassr, who aimed to strengthen their position in the top spots after a strong start to the season. Conversely, Al-Ahli can take pride in holding off one of the league's strongest teams, though the result was bittersweet given their near victory.
Both teams will need to fine-tune their performances for upcoming fixtures. Ronaldo remains a crucial player for Al-Nassr, though he was unable to contribute directly to the scoreline in this match.