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Ronaldo Scores as Al Nassr Go Five Points Clear in Saudi Pro League

A club-record winning run puts the Riyadh side in control entering a six‑game sprint.

Overview

  • Al Nassr, which won 2-0 at Al-Okhdood on Saturday in the Saudi Pro League, moved five points clear with six matches left.
  • Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring and now has 24 league goals, three behind Al Ahli striker Ivan Toney in the golden boot race.
  • Reports say the victory extended a club-record league winning streak, with most outlets citing 14 straight wins and some listing 13.
  • João Félix added the second goal and is up to 16 league goals with a joint-leading 11 assists this season, according to Yahoo Sports.
  • Al Hilal stayed five points back after a 6-0 win over Al-Kholood, with a May 7 Riyadh derby against Al Hilal highlighted as a potential title decider.