Ronaldo scores winner as Al Nassr beat Al Taawoun 2-1

Cristiano Ronaldo scored the decisive goal as Al Nassr came from behind to defeat Al Taawoun 2-1 on Friday, August 28, 2026, preserving their perfect start to the Saudi Pro League season. The victory at Al Awwal Park marked the defending champions' fourth consecutive win, leaving them alone at the top of the table. Al Taawoun took an unexpected early lead when Bassam Al Hurayji scored in the 11th minute, capitalizing on a swift move to stun the home side. Al Nassr, managed by Ange Postecoglou, pressed for an equalizer but was repeatedly thwarted by visiting goalkeeper Mailson. The breakthrough arrived in the fifth minute of first-half stoppage time.