Al-Nassr seized a crucial opportunity to challenge for the Saudi Roshn League title with a commanding 2-1 victory over Abha on Wednesday at Al-Awwal Park. The win propels the Riyadh club to 15 points, just one goal difference behind leaders Al-Hilal, who stumbled to a 2-1 defeat against Neom earlier in the week.
Cristiano Ronaldo set the tone early, opening the scoring in the 22nd minute with a well-placed header from a corner kick delivered by Brazilian Angelo. The Portuguese forward's clinical finishing showcased his continued importance to Al-Nassr's attacking setup. Abdullah Al-Hamdan doubled the advantage in the 58th minute, reacting quickly to a loose ball inside the penalty area after a defensive rebound to secure a seemingly comfortable lead.
Late Drama Keeps Abha Competitive
Abha threatened a comeback when French midfielder Nabil Fekir curled a free kick past the goalkeeper in the 75th minute, injecting tension into the final stages. Despite sustained pressure and several opportunities in the closing moments, the visitors could not find an equaliser, leaving them rooted to the bottom of the table with just one point from six matches.
The result marks a swift recovery for Al-Nassr, who suffered their first league defeat last weekend against Al-Ittihad. With Al-Hilal now vulnerable at the summit following their shock loss to Neom, the title race in Saudi Arabia's top division has intensified dramatically. Al-Nassr's next fixture will prove crucial as they bid to overtake their traditional rivals and claim top spot.
