In a dramatic Matchweek 28 encounter, Al-Qadsiah pulled off a stunning 2-1 victory over Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr at Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Stadium, shaking up the Saudi Pro League standings.
Turki Al-Ammar (35’) and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (87’) scored for Al-Qadsiah, while Sadio Mané (84’) netted Al-Nassr’s lone goal.
Al-Nassr wasted multiple chances, including a shocking miss by Colombian Jhon Durán (56’) after a perfect assist from Mané. Ronaldo’s pinpoint cross to Mané (65’) was denied by a brilliant save from Al-Qadsiah’s Belgian keeper Koen Casteels. Aubameyang’s late header sealed the win, marking Al-Qadsiah’s second victory over Al-Nassr this season (both 2-1 results).
League Standings Impact
– Al-Nassr (57 pts) remains 3rd, while Al-Qadsiah (55 pts) jumps to 5th, level on points with Al-Ahli (who thrashed Al-Fayha 5-0).
The Saudi Pro League’s mid-table is becoming as competitive as the title race, with underdogs like Al-Qadsiah proving they can challenge the “Big Four.”
