Al Nassr made a strong start to their Saudi Pro League title defense with a convincing 3-0 victory over Al Fateh on Saturday, securing their first three points of the new league campaign.
Angelo Opens the Scoring
Brazilian forward Angelo Gabriel opened the scoring in the 37th minute before Portuguese attacker Joao Felix doubled Al Nassr’s advantage just three minutes later.
Al Nassr continued to control the match and added a third goal in the 73rd minute through Portuguese forward Samu Costa, completing a comfortable 3-0 victory.
Ronaldo Watches from the Stands
Al Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo missed the match but watched the game from the stands at Al-Awwal Park.
Ronaldo joined the club’s preparations for the new season late after representing Portugal at the World Cup.
Al Nassr Turn Their Attention to the King’s Cup
The victory gave Al Nassr their first three points of the league campaign as they begin their title defense.
The team will next face Al-Diriyah on Tuesday in the first round of the King’s Cup, while Al Fateh will take on AlUla on Wednesday in the same competition.
