Saudi Pro League 2024-25: Ronaldo and Mane fire Al Nassr to victory over Al Okhdoud
Saudi Pro League 2024-25: Ronaldo and Mane fire Al Nassr to victory over Al Okhdoud
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr defeated Al Okhdoud 3-1 in Saudi Pro League 2024-25 match at the Awwal Park in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Thursday.
A brace from Sadio Mane and Ronaldo’s first goal of 2025 helps the Knights of Najd climb to third in the league table with 28 points from 14 matches.
Al Nassr found itself behind early in the game when Godwin capitalised on its defensive error. However, it fought back impressively, with a goal from Sadio Mane in the 29th minute.
Cristiano Ronaldo then scored his first goal of 2025 from the spot just before the halftime whistle, giving his team a well-deserved lead at the break.
The visiting side tried to put early pressure on the Nassr in the second essay but failed to capitalise on its chances.
Al Nassr’s Senegalese forward doubled his tally for the night in the 88th minute with a bullet header from close range to put the game to bed.
