Al Nassr vs Al Riyadh Saudi Pro League Highlights: NAS 4 - 1 RIY
Al Nassr is set to face Al Riyadh in the Saudi Pro League, with both teams eyeing a positive turn in their respective seasons.Despite holding the second spot in the league with 34 points from 15 games, Al Nassr faced a setback in their last match against Al Hilal, trailing the summit by seven points.


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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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
— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) December 8, 2023
Ronaldo ⚽️
Otávio ⚽️
Talisca ⚽️⚽️ pic.twitter.com/HIdHu7iONv
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
Substitution for Al Nassr:
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.
Ayman Yahya receives a yellow card for an unnecessary foul. The referee promptly issues the card without much delay.
Substitution for Al Nassr:
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
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.
Substitution for Al Riyadh:
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
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
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:
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
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
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
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.
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
Campana, the Al Riyadh keeper, is struggling to continue and is forced to leave the field.
Substitution for Al Riyadh:
The match resumes as play continues following the substitution.
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.
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
Substitution for Al Riyadh after Half Time:
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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! 🤩🐐
— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) December 8, 2023
Ronaldo scores the first goal 31’ for @AlNassrFC #AlNassr 1:0 #AlRiyadh pic.twitter.com/mInIxTmh8q
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
Talisca and Ronaldo attempt a rehearsed play, where Talisca passes to Ronaldo. However, Ronaldo's shot is blocked by a red-shirted opponent.
Cristiano Ronaldo, who missed the AFC Champions League clash against FC Istiklol, is likely to make a comeback for Al Nassr.
On the other hand, Al Riyadh finds itself in the 13th position in the league table, accumulating 16 points in 15 matches.
The team is on a three-match unbeaten streak and aims to present a formidable challenge to Al Nassr. Andre Gray, a former QPR and Watford striker, is a pivotal player for Al Riyadh and is expected to feature prominently.
The encounter holds significance for both teams as they seek to make an impact in the league. Al Nassr aims to bounce back from their recent defeat and close the gap with the league leaders, while Al Riyadh seeks to continue their unbeaten run and climb higher in the standings.
The return of Cristiano Ronaldo adds anticipation to the match, promising an exciting clash between the two Riyadh-based teams.
Al Nassr Predicted Lineup: Al-Najjar; Ghanam, Al-Fatil, Laporte, Telles; Brozovic, Fofana; Talisca, Otavio, Mane; Ronaldo
Al Riyadh Predicted Lineup: Campana; Al- Shuwayyi, Arslanagic, Asiri, al-Khaibari; Toure, Rashidi, Al-Shehri, Ndong, Al Dossari, Al Abbas