Cristiano Ronaldo’s Penalty Falls Short: Al-Nassr Loses to Al Qadsiah
In a disappointing match for Al-Nassr, a penalty by Cristiano Ronaldo was not enough to secure a victory against Al Qadsiah. The game ended in a 2-1 loss for Al-Nassr, despite an initially strong performance.
Match Overview
Al-Nassr started the game with notable intensity, showcasing efforts from Kingsley Coman and Joao Felix. However, the team’s captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, had a lackluster first half.
Key Statistics
- Shots: Al-Nassr 9, Al Qadsiah 3
- Expected Goals: Al-Nassr 1.16, Al Qadsiah 0.3
As the game wore on, the dynamics shifted dramatically. After clearing a corner, Al-Nassr’s goalkeeper, Al-Aqidi, hesitated on the ball. Quiñones capitalized on this mistake, scoring the opening goal in the 51st minute.
Turning Point
The situation worsened for Al-Nassr when Nandez doubled Al Qadsiah’s lead by converting a rebound from a saved shot 15 minutes later. Faced with a two-goal deficit, Al-Nassr fought back.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Penalty
Al-Nassr received a critical opportunity when Jehad Thakri was penalized for handball. Ronaldo stepped up to take the penalty, successfully converting it with nine minutes left on the clock.
Final Moments
Despite the lifeline, Al-Nassr could not find an equalizer, even with 10 minutes of stoppage time. The defeat leaves them second in the standings, four points behind rivals Al-Hilal, while Al Qadsiah climbs to fourth place.
