Ronaldo’s Goal Not Enough as Al Ittihad Beat Al Nassr in Thriller
Cristiano Ronaldo’s 916th career goal wasn’t enough to save Al Nassr as they lost 2-1 to Al Ittihad in a dramatic Saudi Pro League clash on Friday night.
Benzema and Bergwijn Shine
Karim Benzema and Steven Bergwijn were the stars for Al Ittihad, with their goals helping the team strengthen their position at the top of the league.
The first half of the game was uneventful, but the action picked up after halftime. Benzema broke the deadlock for Al Ittihad 10 minutes into the second half. However, Ronaldo quickly equalised for Al Nassr just two minutes later, proving once again that age is no barrier to his goal-scoring prowess.
The game was decided in added time when Bergwijn scored the winning goal for Al Ittihad, securing all three points for the home team.
League Standings
This victory marks Al Ittihad’s 11th win in 13 matches, keeping them at the top of the table with 36 points. Meanwhile, Al Nassr’s struggles continue as they remain in fourth place with 25 points.
A Heated Rivalry
The match was intense, with heated moments between the players, especially in the second half. The clash highlighted the fierce rivalry between these two teams and showcased the growing excitement surrounding the Saudi Pro League.
Despite the loss, Ronaldo’s performance remains a testament to his incredible consistency, but Al Nassr will need to find their form to keep up with the league leaders.
