In a thrilling encounter, Al Nassr defeated Al Ahli 2-0 on April 28, 2026, at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh. Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring with a powerful header following a corner kick.
As of midday, reports confirm that Al Nassr is currently leading the Saudi Pro League standings with 79 points. In contrast, Al Ahli sits in third place with 66 points. Ronaldo’s goal marks his 25th in the Saudi Pro League this season.
The match was significant for both teams. Earlier in the season, Al Ahli had triumphed over Al Nassr with a score of 3-2. This latest victory gives Al Nassr a crucial advantage as they push for the title.
Fans filled Al-Awwal Park, which can accommodate around 25,000 spectators. The atmosphere was electric, and many were eager to witness Ronaldo inch closer to his historic milestone of 1,000 career goals.
Key statistics:
- Ronaldo’s current career goals total stands at 970.
- Al Nassr has won their last five matches in the league.
- The cheapest ticket price for this match was SAR 185.
- The highest ticket price reached SAR 4,000 for VIP Lounge access.
Ronaldo had a golden opportunity early in the first half when he found himself one-on-one with goalkeeper Edouard Mendy but could not convert. However, his persistence paid off later as he scored the opening goal.
With only four matches left in the season, analysts believe that Al Nassr’s chances of securing the title are extremely high. The team is in excellent form and appears poised for success as they head into the final stretch of the season.