Al-Nassr go top of Saudi League without Cristiano Ronaldo | OneFootball

Al-Nassr defeated Al-Riyadh 1-0 this Monday at the Prince Turki bin Abdul Aziz Stadium in Riyadh, in the Saudi Championship. Even without Cristiano Ronaldo, the visiting team secured the victory with a goal from Sadio Mané.

The Portuguese forward was not listed for the match. According to the Portuguese newspaper A Bola, Cristiano Ronaldo disagrees with the management of the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund (PIF), responsible for the administration of clubs like Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal, and Al-Ahli.

Standings Situation

With the victory, Al-Nassr reached 46 points and temporarily took the lead in the Saudi Championship, having an advantage in goal difference over Al-Hilal, which also has the same points. However, the runner-up still plays today and can reclaim the top of the table. Meanwhile, Al-Riyadh remains with 12 points, occupying the 15th position.

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📋 Match Summary

🔴AL-RIYADH 0 X 1 AL-NASSR🟡 🏆 Competition: Saudi Championship 🏟️ Location: Prince Turki bin Abdul Aziz Stadium 📅 Date: February 2, 2026 (Monday) ⏰ Time: 12:15 PM (Brasília time)

Goal

⚽Sadio Mané, at 40′ of the 1st half (Al-Nassr)

How the game went

The match's goal came at 40 minutes of the first half. João Félix made the pass to Sadio Mané, who finished in front of the goalkeeper and found the net. In the second half, Sadio Mané scored again after a pass from João Félix, but the referee called offside.

Upcoming Matches

Al-Riyadh

Neom SC vs Al-Riyadh | Saudi Championship Date and time: February 6, at 11:25 AM (Brasília time)

Al-Nassr

Al-Nassr vs Al-Ittihad | Saudi Championship Date and time: February 6, at 2:30 PM (Brasília time)

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