Saudi Gazette report
RIYADH — Al Nassr clinched their first victory in the current Saudi Pro League season, triumphing 4-1 over Al Fayha in Buraidah during the league’s second round.
This victory buoyed Al Nassr following a draw against Al Raed in the previous round, bringing their first three points in the title race. The win positions them well as they enter the league break with high morale.
The scoring opened early, with Brazilian forward Talisca finding the net in the fifth minute. Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo added a second goal from a free-kick just outside the box during the first half’s stoppage time.
Croatian midfielder Marcelo Brozovic widened the gap with a third goal at the 85th minute mark. Although Al Fayha narrowed the lead with a goal from Zambian forward Fashion Sakala in the 87th minute, Talisca secured the victory with his second goal, a precise free-kick, just before the final whistle.
Simultaneously in Buraidah, Al Qadsiah secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Al Raed. Turki Al Ammar was the hero for Al Qadsiah, scoring the lone goal in the 80th minute after a tightly contested match that appeared headed for a goalless draw. This win gave Al Qadsiah a perfect start to the season, placing them temporarily at the top of the league standings with six points from two games.
