Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr and Al-Ahli Jeddah played out a 1-1 draw in a thrilling Saudi Pro League clash. The home team, Al-Nassr, started the match with dominance, but it was Al-Ahli who took the lead in the 57th minute with a goal from Franck Kessié, who capitalized on a pass from Feras Al-Buraikan. Despite trailing, Al-Nassr continued to press, and their efforts paid off in stoppage time when Bader Al-Hurayji scored an own goal in the 90+9th minute, allowing the locals to secure a point. Cristiano Ronaldo, along with teammates Sadio Mané and Anderson Talisca, created several chances, but the game ended in a draw, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

The draw was a setback for Al-Nassr, who aimed to strengthen their position in the top spots after a strong start to the season. Conversely, Al-Ahli can take pride in holding off one of the league's strongest teams, though the result was bittersweet given their near victory.

Ivan Toney's Debut

The game also marked the debut of Ivan Toney for Al-Ahli, a signing that has caused a stir in the Saudi Pro League. Toney, who recently left Brentford for a reported £40 million, was thrown into the starting lineup and had a mixed performance. The England international looked lively, but he struggled to find his rhythm and ultimately failed to have a decisive impact on the game.

Cristiano Ronaldo's Milestone

Prior to the game, Cristiano Ronaldo was presented with a special shirt to commemorate reaching 900 career goals. Al Nassr fans also paid tribute to the Portuguese legend as they unveiled a tifo to celebrate the landmark he reached during the international break. Ronaldo remains a crucial player for Al-Nassr, though he was unable to contribute directly to the scoreline in this match.

Looking Ahead

Both teams will need to fine-tune their performances for upcoming fixtures. Al-Nassr will now return to the field on Friday (29), when they visit Al-Ettifaq. On the same day, Al-Ahli will host Dhamk.

The match was a fascinating encounter between two of the Saudi Pro League's giants, with both teams showing their quality and commitment. Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr will be hoping to find their winning rhythm in the coming weeks, while Ivan Toney will be aiming to make a greater impact in his subsequent appearances for Al-Ahli.