Al-Nassr entered the game proactively and soon created a difference thanks to the impressive form of Joao Felix. The Portuguese striker opened the score in the 3rd minute before doubling the gap just a few minutes later with an accurate header.
However, Al-Shabab quickly responded with Yannick Carrasco's goal to narrow the score in the 30th minute, thereby making the game more tense in the remainder of the first half.
Stepping into the second half, the home team increased pressure and caused Al-Nassr many difficulties. However, at a time when the away team needed to make a difference, Cristiano Ronaldo continued to speak up.
In the 75th minute, Ronaldo took advantage of Sadio Mane's assist to finish and increase the score to 3-1 for Al-Nassr. This is also a notable milestone when the Portuguese superstar reached the milestone of 100 goals in the Saudi Pro League.
However, Al-Shabab did not give up and continued to narrow the gap to 2-3 in the 80th minute thanks to Al-Bulaihi's goal.
In injury time, Joao Felix completed a hat-trick with a successful penalty kick, thereby sealing a 4-2 victory for Al-Nassr.
This result helps Al-Nassr continue to lead the Saudi Pro League standings with 82 points, 5 points more than second-placed Al-Hilal. Ronaldo continues to show his leading role at the age of 41, while Joao Felix has had a remarkable match since joining the Saudi Arabian team.
