In a thrilling encounter at Alawwal Park, Cristiano Ronaldo scored a pivotal goal for Al Nassr against Al Ahli, bringing him closer to the historic milestone of 1,000 career goals. The match took place on April 29, 2026, and was crucial for both teams in their pursuit of the Saudi Pro League title.
As of midday, Al Nassr sits at the top of the Saudi Pro League table with a total of 79 points after their victory. They secured a decisive 2-0 win over Al Ahli, who remains third with 66 points. This win extends Al Nassr’s winning streak to six matches.
Cristiano Ronaldo now has 24 goals this season and ranks third on the league scoring chart. Ivan Toney leads with 27 goals. Ronaldo’s goal during this match—his header broke the deadlock—brought him even closer to that impressive milestone.
The competitive history between Al Nassr and Al Ahli adds more intensity to this football rivalry. In their last meeting earlier this year on January 2, 2026, Al Ahli triumphed with a 3-2 victory. This latest result marks a significant turnaround for Al Nassr.
Key players in the match included:
- Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)
- Ivan Toney (Al Ahli)
- Kingsley Coman (Al Nassr)
- Sadio Mané (Al Nassr)
- João Félix (Al Nassr)
- Édouard Mendy (Al Ahli)
The atmosphere at Alawwal Park was electric, with fans cheering passionately for their teams. An official statement from Al Nassr highlighted how this victory was a major step in their quest for the league title.
As both teams look ahead, they will face critical matches in May that could determine their final standings in the league. With only a few games left in the season, every point is vital.