Al Nassr vs Al Riyadh Highlights Saudi Pro League: NAS 4-1 RIY at FT; Talisca Nets Twice, Ronaldo, Otavio Score For Al Nassr

Saudi Pro League: NAS 4 - 1 RIY | Statistics

Here's the match statistics for the match between Al Nassr and Al Riyadh!

In a dynamic match, Al Nassr triumphed over Al Riyadh. Talisca scored twice, supported by goals from Ronaldo and Otavio. Al Nassr dominated possession and showcased numerous attempts on target. Ayman Yahya received a yellow card.

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Saudi Pro League: NAS 4 - 1 RIY | Full Time

The final whistle blows in as Al Nassr stand victorious against their rivals Al Riyadh!

The scoreline shows:Saudi Pro League: NAS 4 - 1 RIY | Full Time

⌛️ || Full time, 💪💛@AlNassrFC 4:1 #AlRiyadh
Ronaldo ⚽️
Otávio ⚽️
Talisca ⚽️⚽️ pic.twitter.com/HIdHu7iONv

— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) December 8, 2023

90+4' Saudi Pro League: NAS 4 - 1 RIY | GOAL

GOOOAAALLL!

Al Nassr compounds Riyadh's misery as Ghanam sends a cross from the right. Ronaldo draws two defenders, freeing up Talisca, who nets his second goal of the night with a clinical header.

90+4' Saudi Pro League: NAS 4 - 1 RIY | GOAL

90+2' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 1 RIY | Substitution

Substitution for Al Nassr:

• Abdulmajeed Al-Sulaiheem comes in and replaces Otavio

90' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 1 RIY | Extra Time

Five minutes of extra time are added! The match narrative has been shaped by Al Nassr overwhelming Riyadh's half with attacks. Second-half substitutions, particularly Gray's goal, have injected some intensity for the visitors.

88' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 1 RIY | Yellow Card

Ayman Yahya receives a yellow card for an unnecessary foul. The referee promptly issues the card without much delay.

84' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 1 RIY | Substitution

Substitution for Al Nassr:

• Abdulrahman Ghareeb comes in and replaces Sadio Mane

Ghareeb makes a run down the left, patiently waits for Ronaldo to release the ball, and then sets him up. However, Ronaldo's shot goes just off-target.

NAS 3 - 1 RIY

83' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 1 RIY

Ronaldo attempts a run along the flanks and nearly receives a long ball. Asiri intervenes, clearing the ball, but catches Ronaldo on the follow-up. The Portuguese forward goes down, clutching his shin.

81' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 1 RIY | Substitution

Substitution for Al Riyadh:

• Abdulhadi Al-Harajin comes in and replacesYahya Al-Shehri

80' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 1 RIY

With 10 minutes left, Al Riyadh intensifies their attack, securing a goal through substitute Andre Gray. However, Al Nassr maintains their lead with a scoreline of NAS 3 - 1 RIY

79' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 1 RIY

Sadio Mane sprints down the right flank, delivering a lobbed ball for Ronaldo, who struggles to keep it on target. The linesman raises the flag for an offside call.

NAS 3 - 1 RIY

76' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 1 RIY | Substitution

Otavio embarks on a solo run from the midfield, skillfully maneuvering with the ball stuck to his feet. Musona attempts to stop him but fails, allowing the Portuguese player to charge into the box.

Toure manages to catch up, but Otavio still takes a shot, with the ball ending up in the side-net.

Substitution for Al Nassr:

• Abdullah Al-Khaibari comes in and replacesMarcelo Brozović

71' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 1 RIY

The dynamics of the match shift after Gray's substitution. He consistently makes forward runs with long balls, compelling Al Nassr to remain vigilant in their defensive positioning.

The scoreline shows NAS 3 - 1 RIY

68' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 1 RIY | GOAL

GOOOAAALLL!

Al Riyadh launches a counter-attack, with Juanmi setting up substitute Andre Gray. Gray finishes past Nawaf, ending the chance of a clean sheet for Al Nassr.

68' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 1 RIY | GOAL

67' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 0 RIY | GOAL

GOOOAAALLLL!

Sadio Mane receives a cross from the right, patiently times the release, and delivers a low cross to Talisca. With his first touch, Talisca guides the ball home.

67' Saudi Pro League: NAS 3 - 0 RIY | GOAL

65' Saudi Pro League: NAS 2 - 0 RIY | Offside

Ronaldo seizes a great chance inside the box, attempting a lob to Talisca. However, the header isn't well-targeted, and the linesman raises the flag for an offside call.

61' Saudi Pro League: NAS 2 - 0 RIY

Otavio and Ronaldo, the Portuguese duo, work together. Otavio moves into the box to pass to Ronaldo, but Ronaldo misses the shot.

NAS 2 - 0 RIY

60' Saudi Pro League: NAS 2 - 0 RIY | Substitution

Campana, the Al Riyadh keeper, is struggling to continue and is forced to leave the field.

Substitution for Al Riyadh:

• Rakan Najjar comes in and replaces Martin Campana
• Juanmi comes in and replaces Saleh Al Abbas

The match resumes as play continues following the substitution.

52' Saudi Pro League: NAS 2 - 0 RIY | INJURY UPDATE

Mane creates an excellent opportunity to secure their third goal but collides with the keeper, leading to a breakdown in the attack.

The Al Riyadh keeper is down, prompting a halt in play.

48' Saudi Pro League: NAS 2 - 0 RIY

Al Riyadh initiates a counter-attack towards the opposing half, but Al Nassr's solid defense breaks down the play. Riyadh attempts to shift gears with Rashidi making a forward run, but he gets caught in the offside trap, bringing an end to that particular attack.

NAS 2 - 0 RIY

46' Saudi Pro League: NAS 2 - 0 RIY | Substitution

Substitution for Al Riyadh after Half Time:

• Andre Gray comes in and replacesAbdullah Ibrahim Rashid Al Omar Al Dossari

46' Saudi Pro League: NAS 2 - 0 RIY | Second Half Resumes

The second half begins, with both teams back on the field. Al Nassr holds a 2-goal lead from the first half. Al Riyadh comes out with renewed energy and a fresh strategy.

▶️ || 2nd half kickoff,@AlNassrFC 2:0 #AlRiyadh pic.twitter.com/brleRNu5R5

— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) December 8, 2023

Saudi Pro League: NAS 2 - 0 RIY | Half Time

Halftime! Al Nassr leads 2-0 against Al Riyadh. Cristiano Ronaldo's outstanding performance, with a goal and an assist, keeps the host comfortably ahead at the break.

Saudi Pro League: NAS 2 - 0 RIY | Half Time

⏸️ || Half time,@AlNassrFC 2:0 #AlRiyadh pic.twitter.com/SiDdD5B5sB

— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) December 8, 2023

45+3' Saudi Pro League: NAS 2 - 0 RIY | GOAL

GOOOAALLL!

Cristiano Ronaldo advances into the box, maneuvers past a defender, and deftly flicks the ball to the center. Otavio swiftly arrives, heading it into the net beyond Campana.

45+3' Saudi Pro League: NAS 2 - 0 RIY | GOAL

45' Saudi Pro League: NAS 1 - 0 RIY | Extra Time

Four minutes of extra time are added. Al Riyadh initiates a counter, and the striker takes a shot in an attempt to equalize, but the flag is raised, bringing relief for Al Nassr.

NAS 1 - 0 RIY

42' Saudi Pro League: NAS 1 - 0 RIY

Mane surges down the left flank, attempting a cross for Ronaldo, but Shuwayyi holds his ground, denying Mane space and conceding a corner. The attack concludes when Otavio's shot, following the corner, goes off-target.

40' Saudi Pro League: NAS 1 - 0 RIY

As the halftime approaches, Riyadh struggles to cope with Al Nassr's strategic passing, leading to a swift counterattack involving Fofana, Mane, and Talisca.

The scoreline showsNAS 1 - 0 RIY

31' Saudi Pro League: NAS 1 - 0 RIY | GOAL

GOOOOAAALLL!

In the following minute, Mane replicates a similar cross, and this time the Portuguese legend scores with a powerful shot into the net. The goal is valid as the flag stays down.

NAS 1 - 0 RIY

⚽️ || GOOOOOAAAAL! 🤩🐐
Ronaldo scores the first goal 31’ for @AlNassrFC #AlNassr 1:0 #AlRiyadh pic.twitter.com/mInIxTmh8q

— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) December 8, 2023

28' Saudi Pro League: NAS 0 - 0 RIY

Shuwayyi's defensive lapse allows Ahmed to win the ball, aiming for Mane. The subsequent shot results in a corner. Brozovic's excellent delivery leads to a header, but the striker's attempt is saved, leaving Al Nassr frustrated with missed chances.

NAS 0 - 0 RIY

24' Saudi Pro League NAS 0 - 0 RIY

Talisca and Ronaldo attempt a rehearsed play, where Talisca passes to Ronaldo. However, Ronaldo's shot is blocked by a red-shirted opponent.