On March 14, 2025, the Saudi Arabian Premier League match of Matchday 25 between Al-Nasr and Al-Kholud took place at the King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh. The match began with a highlight: in the 4th minute, Cristiano Ronaldo demonstrated his skill by sending the ball into the opponent's net. This goal was the Portuguese striker's 928th in his professional career, once again underlining his status as one of the greatest goalscorers in football history. Ronaldo's quick strike set the tone for the rest of the match. Al-Nasr continued to dominate the pitch, using active pressing and quick attacks down the flanks.
The opponents were under constant pressure, which made it difficult to mount effective counterattacks. In the first half, Al Nasr displayed excellent interplay between their players, which allowed them to create several dangerous moments. Ronaldo was once again in the spotlight in the 22nd minute when his header from a corner hit the woodwork. Meanwhile, Al-Kholud tried to find their game, but their efforts were often thwarted by Al-Nasr's solid defense. The home team's goalkeeper, who played his role excellently, saved the team from an inevitable goal on several occasions. In the 38th minute, Al-Kholud's players made their best attack, but the covering defender's shot was blocked.
In the second half, Al Nasr continued to press hard. In the 50th minute, a superb combination play culminated in Ronaldo receiving the ball on the edge of the penalty area, edging past two defenders and sending a powerful shot into the bottom corner of the goal. This goal was the 929th of his career and definitely shattered the opponent's morale. With each passing minute, Al-Kholud seemed more tired and unsure. In response to Al-Nasr's pressure, they attempted to counterattack, but their attempts were unsuccessful. In the 70th minute, Al-Nasr launched another quick attack, which ended with a precise strike from one of the strikers – 3:0.
At the end of the match, Al-Kholud still managed to create a dangerous opportunity when their striker, taking advantage of a defender's mistake, found himself one-on-one with the goalkeeper but was unable to beat him. The result of the match was a confident defeat for Al-Kholud, which allowed Al-Nasr to strengthen their position in the championship. This match was further proof of the exceptional form of Cristiano Ronaldo, who not only scored two goals but also became an important link in his team's offensive actions. After the match, he received numerous praise from the coach and fans, who saw him not only as a leader on the pitch, but also as a true football legend. With this attitude and level of play, Al Nasr is aiming for the league title, and with each match, the team gives its fans more and more confidence that they can count on success this season.
Al Nasr doubled their lead in the 28th minute through Sadio Mané. The Senegalese striker received a precise pass from Ronaldo and calmly converted the opportunity, sending the ball into the corner of the goal. This goal is a brilliant example of well-coordinated teamwork and mutual understanding between the attacking leaders. Mané, who has been excellent this season, showcased his skills, confidently dribbling past defenders and making quick decisions. Until the end of the first half, Al-Nasr continued to control the match, creating dangerous moments near Al-Kholud's goal.
The team actively used flank attacks, making the opposing defenders nervous. However, they failed to capitalize on their chances, and the teams went into halftime with the score 2:0 in favor of the hosts. Al-Nasr fans waited expectantly for the match to resume, confident in their team's victory. In the second half, the situation on the pitch changed. In the 57th minute, Al-Nasr defender Nawaf Bushal received a red card for a foul, leaving his team with ten men. This gave Al-Kholud confidence, and they began to attack more actively. By intensifying their offensive efforts, the team tried to take advantage of their numerical advantage.
The opponents began to create chances, and soon Al-Kholud launched a dangerous attack, which ended with a shot from outside the penalty area. However, the Al-Nasr goalkeeper showed excellent reflexes and saved his team by deflecting the ball. This moment was decisive for Al-Nasr, who, despite being outnumbered, managed to organize a counterattack. In the 65th minute, Al Nasr showed their strength when Ronaldo received the ball on the flank, beat two defenders, and passed to Mané. The Senegalese player, without thinking, shot on the turn, but the shot hit a defender. However, this moment once again showed that Al-Nasr is capable of creating dangerous situations even in difficult conditions.
As time went on, Al-Kholud continued to try to find ways to reach Al-Nasr's goal, but the home team displayed incredible cohesion and organization in defense. Every defender, including Bushal, who, despite leaving the field, left his teammates confident in the game, acted in a coordinated and confident manner. In the 80th minute, Al-Kholud finally managed to reduce the deficit. The team's striker, taking advantage of the defender's mistake, found himself one-on-one with the goalkeeper and capitalized on the opportunity, receiving the ball on the ball and sending it into the net. The goal added intrigue to the end of the match, and Al-Kholud felt they had a chance to save the game.
In the second half, the situation on the pitch changed. In the 57th minute, Al-Nasr defender Nawaf Bushal received a red card for a foul, leaving his team with ten men. This gave Al-Kholud confidence, and they began to attack more actively. At this point, it became clear that Al Nasr was facing a serious test and that the team needed to demonstrate its resilience and organization. In the 65th minute, the visitors reduced the deficit: Jackson Muleka took advantage of the confusion in the Al-Nasr defense and slotted the ball into the back of the net. The score became 2-1, and the match's intrigue increased. Al-Kholud fans were invigorated, and their team felt a surge of energy and motivation. Al-Kholud's attackers began to act more boldly, increasing the pressure on the hosts' defense.
Despite the loss of the player, Al-Nasr was not ready to give up. The team's coach analyzed the situation and made tactical changes, emphasizing tight defense and counterattacks. Al-Nasr players began to pay more attention to positional play, supporting each other and blocking potential passes from the opponent. Each of the defenders displayed discipline and composure, which allowed them to contain Al-Kholud's onslaught. Al-Kholud quickly continued to create chances and had a chance to equalize when their striker found himself one-on-one with the goalkeeper. However, the Al-Nasr goalkeeper showed an excellent reaction and was able to parry the shot, which proved to be a key moment in the match. This save inspired the team and boosted the players' morale.
