Al-Nassr closed the gap to the top of the Saudi Pro League to just three points after a convincing 3–0 away win over Al-Kholood. Cristiano Ronaldo was on the scoresheet, while João Félix emerged as the standout performer, orchestrating the majority of Al-Nassr’s attacking play.

CR7 broke the deadlock early in the second half, finishing calmly after being picked out by Félix. Moments later, Mohamed Simakan doubled the advantage, rising highest to convert another delivery from João — this time from a corner kick.

The hosts had offered resistance before the break, but struggled to cope with Al-Nassr’s intensity after half-time. Late on, Kingsley Coman sealed the result from the penalty spot, putting the outcome beyond doubt for Jorge Jesus’ side.

Al-Kholood ended the match with ten men following the dismissal of Hattan Bahbri. The victory allows Al-Nassr to move within touching distance of Al-Hilal in the league standings, keeping the championship race firmly alive.

2025-26, Saudi Pro League

Al-Kholood - Al Nassr FC 0:3 (0:0)
Goals: Cristiano Ronaldo, 47 (0:1); Simakan M., 53 (0:2); Coman, 87-pen. (0:3).

Al Nassr FC: Bento; Al-Ghannam; Simakan M.; Martinez In.; Al Nasser; Al-Hassan; Mane Sa.; Ângelo; Coman; Félix J.; Cristiano Ronaldo
Bench: Al-Aqidi; Al-Boushal; Al-Najdi; Yahya; Ghareeb; Maran; Camara H.
Yellow Cards: Martinez In. 22