Al Nassr Beats Al Ahli 2-0 to Extend Saudi Pro League Lead

Al Nassr strengthened its grip on the Saudi Pro League title with a 2-0 victory over Al Ahli on Wednesday at Al-Awwal Park in Riyadh, thanks to a late header from Cristiano Ronaldo and a stoppage-time finish by Kingsley Coman.

The match was scoreless at halftime despite early chances for Al Ahli, including a header from Merih Demiral saved by Al Nassr goalkeeper Bento in the 13th minute and a long-range effort from Galeno. Al Ahli had a goal disallowed for offside early in the second half, while Joao Felix missed over the bar for the hosts. Ronaldo broke the deadlock in the 76th minute, flicking in Felix's corner for his 970th career goal and 25th in the league this season. Coman sealed the win in the 90th minute, lashing home after a quick break.

The result moved Al Nassr eight points clear of second-place Al Hilal, which has a game in hand, and 13 points ahead of Al Ahli with five matches remaining. Al Nassr, coached by Jorge Jesus, has now won 16 straight league games and 20 consecutively across all competitions, a streak dating back to January. The club leads the league with the most clean sheets this season, including 17 overall and eight at home.