Al Riyadh
Al-Nassr delivered a brutal masterclass to demolish Al Riyadh 4-0 in the Pro League regular season, with Cristiano Ronaldo rounding off a ruthless performance by the visitors.
Al-Nassr Take Early Control
The visitors stamped their authority early, with Abdullah Al-Amri rising highest to head home Angelo’s pinpoint cross in the 18th minute. Al Riyadh barely had time to settle before being pegged back, their defense carved open with surgical precision.
Angelo Doubles the Lead
Just as Al Riyadh hoped to regroup before halftime, Angelo struck a devastating blow in first-half stoppage time. The Brazilian picked up the ball 25 yards out and unleashed a thunderbolt that left Milan Borjan rooted to the spot. It was a moment of individual brilliance that typified Al-Nassr’s dominance.
Joao Felix Adds a Third
The second half brought no respite for Al Riyadh. Joao Felix danced through their defense in the 58th minute, finishing with aplomb to make it 3-0. The hosts made a flurry of substitutions in a desperate attempt to stem the tide, but Al-Nassr’s relentless pressure showed no signs of easing.
Ronaldo Seals the Rout
The final blow came in the 83rd minute, when Ronaldo tapped home Abdullah Yahya’s low cross from close range. It was a fitting end for Al-Nassr’s talisman, who had orchestrated proceedings all evening. Al Riyadh trudged off the pitch knowing they had been thoroughly outclassed.
This emphatic victory underscores Al-Nassr’s title credentials, while Al Riyadh must regroup quickly after a chastening defeat. The Pro League campaign is still young, but the gulf in class tonight suggests Al-Nassr will be serious contenders.
Key Moments
18′ ⚽ Al-Nassr — A. Al Amri (assist: Angelo)
45+1′ ⚽ Al-Nassr — Angelo
58′ ⚽ Al-Nassr — Joao Felix
83′ ⚽ Al-Nassr — C. Ronaldo (assist: A. Yahya)
